In 2022, we shared our commitment to addressing the climate crisis, recognising the role we play as musicians working in health and social care. Since then, we’ve continued to explore how we can embed sustainability into our practice, both in our everyday operations and through our artistic work.

Collaborating with Dave McKenny

As part of our ongoing response to the climate emergency, we have taken inspiration from an exploratory session with climate activist and Healthcare Musician Dave McKenny. We’ve been developing creative responses that intertwine care for the planet, care for each other, and care for ourselves.

Our collaboration has led to thought-provoking discussions, artistic explorations, and new musical compositions that reflect on our collective responsibility to nurture the world around us. One of these pieces, In This Moment, emerged from our initial development day where we delved into themes of environmental stewardship and human connection.

Capturing the Moment: Recording at Old Hall Farm Studios

This week, we took another step forward in bringing our artistic response to life. At Old Hall Farm Studios, we recorded four-part harmony backing vocals for In This Moment, a powerful and reflective piece composed by Rich. The lyrics, “in this moment, we’ll make it through somehow”, capture a sense of resilience and hope in the face of global challenges.

The recording session was a moving experience, reinforcing the importance of using music as a medium to inspire change and foster deeper conversations around care. As musicians, we believe in the power of sound and storytelling to create emotional connections and motivate action.

Looking Ahead

Our work with Dave McKenny is just one part of our commitment to sustainability and climate-conscious practice. As we move forward, we will continue to:

• Reduce our environmental impact by making thoughtful choices in our travel, materials, and energy use.
• Embed climate-conscious themes into our training and performances, encouraging dialogue and action.
• Explore further collaborations that connect music with environmental and social care.

We look forward to sharing the musical output from this work, and hope that they resonate with you and spark reflection on how we can collectively care for our planet and each other.

Thank you for being part of this journey with us. Let’s continue to make meaningful change, one note at a time.