Element Society

Another one of our grant recipients is Element Society, who are a non-profit organization based in Sheffield, dedicated to supporting disadvantaged young people in achieving what may seem impossible. Through targeted programs and workshops, they empower young people to create positive changes in their communities, raise their aspirations, and serve as role models for their peers.
Element Society emphasises making young people feel valued both as individuals and as integral parts of their community. They encourage young people to explore new opportunities, strive for greater accomplishments, and provide pathways to a brighter future.

The funding from the Sarah Nulty Power of Music Foundation will be utilized to deliver two specialized workshops aimed at young people: a Songwriting Workshop and a Recording & Production Workshop.

• The Songwriting Workshop will delve into the creative process, teaching participants how to craft lyrics, develop melodies, and structure songs.

• The Recording & Production Workshop will offer a practical introduction to recording their songs, including the basics of studio equipment, mixing, and sound engineering.

This project aims to reach young people from diverse backgrounds, especially those with limited access to music education. By providing a hands-on, immersive experience, these workshops will equip participants with valuable skills in songwriting and production, fostering their confidence and creativity.

Beyond musical skills, the workshops will create opportunities for self-expression, teamwork, and personal growth, contributing to improved mental well-being and emotional health. Participants will leave with practical experience in writing, recording, and producing music, which may inspire future music careers or simply offer a meaningful outlet for creativity—aligning with the foundation’s mission of empowering individuals through the transformative power of music. If you would like to find out more about them visit Element Society

Epressive Tots playgroup

One of our latest grants was given to a playgroup called Expressive Tots. This playgroup offers a warm and welcoming space for children aged 0-4 years and their carers, providing enriching play opportunities in a safe and friendly environment. Each session includes engaging activities designed to support early development and socialization, with a special focus on fostering bonds between children and their grown-ups. The sessions conclude with songs and musical fun, offering a delightful and interactive experience that leaves families smiling.

Having only been established for 5 months, the playgroup has already become a popular choice for local families, thanks to its affordability and inclusive approach. It aims to create a community where both children and their carers can connect, build friendships, and enjoy shared experience

In addition to regular playgroup activities, the group has recently partnered with Dronfield SNT to support their work with girls and women who have been victims of domestic violence. This collaboration has enabled the playgroup to provide a safe and supportive space for families facing challenging circumstances, helping them find comfort and connection through play and music.

The playgroup is seeking a small grant to host a heartwarming musical Christmas event for the families that attend. This festive celebration would include a live musical experience, which will be the first of its kind for many of the young children in attendance. The event aims to create a joyful and memorable occasion, bringing the magic of the season to life for children and their carers.

Support from the grant will help make this special event possible, spreading holiday cheer and providing an opportunity for families to come together in celebration. The playgroup’s mission is to create a space where every child and carer feels welcome, supported, and part of a vibrant community, and this Christmas event would be a beautiful extension of that vision. If you would like to find out more about the group, they can be found at Expressive Tots with Mel

RiteTrax

Rite Trax has been awarded their second grant from the Foundation, recognising their continued impact and commitment to supporting vulnerable adults and fostering grassroots music culture.

Rite Trax is dedicated to supporting young people, vulnerable adults, musicians, artists, and creatives. They strive to create an accessible, sustainable, and supportive platform for grassroots and underground music culture. This mission is realised through inclusive events, workshops, and targeted interventions, engaging both aspiring and established artists, as well as vulnerable adults and young people.

The grant will support an ongoing program of music provision specifically designed for vulnerable adults in Sheffield. Through this initiative, participants engage in one-to-one sessions where they can develop skills in playing instruments, music production, performance, DJing, and more. Each session is customised to the unique needs of the individuals, ensuring that the support provided is both relevant and effective.

Beneficiaries of the program gain access to industry-standard equipment and receive personalised instruction from knowledgeable and experienced staff, all led by an organisation that understands the challenges faced by its participants through lived experience. This combination of professional resources and empathetic support is crucial to the success of the program.

This program forms part of a larger ongoing project, which is already partially funded by Sheffield City Council and South Yorkshire Housing Association. Additional support from this grant will allow Rite Trax to continue offering tailored music education to those who need it most, helping participants to develop their skills, build confidence, and find a sense of community through music If you would like to find out more about them you can follow them on Rite Trax

concerteenies at The Sheffield Children's Hospital

We are delighted to Announce our latest grant to The Children's Hospital Charity

In July 2023, The Sarah Nulty Power of Music Foundation awarded £2,000 to The Children’s Hospital Charity to fund a Neonatal Music Therapy project, coordinated by Art+ and delivered by Concerteenies in November and December. The project included six tailored, calming sessions for families in the Neonatal Surgical Unit, demonstrating the positive impact of music therapy on babies, caregivers, and staff. Inspired by its success, the charity sought further funding to expand the program, including staff training to sustain musical experiences between sessions. Future goals include creating an Art+ Spotify channel and continuing collaboration with Concerteenies to enhance music in family life from infancy.

The City of Sheffield Youth Orchestra

We are delighted to announce our latest grant to The City of Sheffield Youth Orchestra to support their bursary fund which supports young musicians from families with the most limited means

The City of Sheffield Youth Orchestra (CSYO) fosters leadership, self-confidence, and critical thinking in young people through shared music-making. For over 40 years, it has provided young musicians from Sheffield and surrounding areas with opportunities to perform challenging orchestral works at a high level. As the only organization of its kind in the region, CSYO offers a vital performance platform for advanced local musicians, who might otherwise have to travel for such experiences. The orchestra holds intensive courses, including residentials and biennial international tours, and promotes inclusivity by ensuring that talent, not financial means, determines participation.

To find out more please visit their website facebook page or instagram

The Choir With No Name

We get to support some amazing initiatives in Sheffield and this is one of them. The Choir With No Name is one of our latest grant recipients The Choir with No Name runs choirs and builds joyful singing communities with people impacted by homelessness and marginalisation, around the UK. Currently, there are six choirs: in Birmingham, Liverpool, London, Coventry, Brighton and Cardiff. They are launching a new choir in Sheffield from January 2025..

As part of setting up the Sheffield choir in partnership with the Archer Project and Cathedral, they are bringing their Liverpool choir over to Sheffield to perform at an event on Wednesday 16 October at Sheffield Cathedral to introduce the choir to Sheffield, particularly service users at the Archer Project and potential funders and supporters in Sheffield.

What they do at Choir with No Name is simple: their choirs meet once a week for a cuppa and a catch up, they then sing their hearts out for an hour and half, and sit down together afterwards for a hot meal cooked by volunteers.

The Choir performs regularly at a whole load of different places, including local homeless hostels, community festivals and world class venues, such as the Royal Festival Hall and Brighton Dome. Their choirs are a supportive, safe space for people going through a tough time to be among friends, where they can experience the joy of singing together, have fun, build confidence and skills, and feel more able to tackle life's other challenges, such as securing housing or finding work.

The grant will be spent on the event to launch and promote a choir in Sheffield. Through this event, they will recruit members for the choir when it starts in January as well as volunteers and other support. If this is something that interests you or you would like to volunteer you can check them out The Choir With No Name

Classical Sheffield

We are delighted to announce our latest grant recipient, Classical Sheffield. Classical Sheffield’s vision and purpose have been shaped through robust discussion and collaboration with a diverse community of music-makers who proudly form its membership. The organization’s activities are strategically aligned with four key themes Strengthening & Developing Classical Music in Sheffield: Building a robust platform to support and enhance classical music-making in the city. Advocacy for Classical Music: Serving as the voice for classical music across Sheffield and beyond. Supporting a Physical Hub: Actively pursuing the vision of establishing a dedicated home for classical music in the city. Cultural Enrichment: Enhancing Sheffield's cultural vibrancy with high-quality musical offerings. Classical Sheffield welcomes music-makers from all corners of Sheffield, united by a vision of bringing more music to more people in more places. Since its inception in 2013, Classical Sheffield has engaged with over 60,000 people, many of whom experienced live classical music for the first time through its initiatives.

Classical Sheffield has provided platforms for young, talented musicians and composers at the start of their careers, integrated vibrant and accessible live music into the city’s cultural calendar, and offered performance opportunities to groups of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds. As a true collective, Classical Sheffield has flourished into a dynamic music development organization. The Classical Sheffield website serves as a central hub where members can advertise their music-making activities, making it easy for anyone to find classical music events in and around Sheffield. In 2023 alone, Classical Sheffield posted an average of 35 events per month across 40 different venues, attracting over 30,000 visitors—an average of 200 visits per day. The ‘Artist Spotlight’ project highlights pivotal classical music figures in Sheffield, while the 'Weekly Listings' email updates promote member concerts to over 1,500 subscribers, with numbers continuing to grow.

Looking ahead, Classical Sheffield is excited to use our grant funding to enhance the next Classical Weekend in March 2025. This festival will feature over 1,500 musicians across 50+ concerts in the City Centre, in partnership with various promoters, organizations, and youth music groups. Classical Sheffield seeks a £500 grant to support a special free activity at the 'Musical Pocket Park' in Charter Square, which houses 10 musical instruments for public use. Their plans include: Bringing together 10 musicians to perform a piece on the park’s instruments, showcasing their potential and inspiring public engagement. Collaborating with Sheffield Music School, Tracks, and Concerteenies to create a unique musical experience. Offering guided workshops where young people and families can participate in performing easy pieces of music in a relaxed, musical setting. With this initiative, Classical Sheffield aims to highlight the versatility of the Musical Pocket Park and provide an inclusive, interactive musical experience for the community. Classical Sheffield continues to enrich Sheffield’s cultural landscape with the power of classical music. Community support and participation help make this vision a reality. We cannot wait to hear them. If you would like to find out more click here: classical sheffield

Body of Sound Choir Sheffield

We are really happy to help a local choir with one of our £500 grants.  Body of Sound are a female only choir of local women living in Sheffield.  They get together to sing, just because they love it.  Their aim is to create a warm, friendly, inclusive and supportive environment within which they learn to use their voices and express themselves through song.
Choir practice is held once a week (Wednesdays) during school term and they occasional do local gigs and busking sessions throughout the year.
Last year the choir signed up to a Black Lives Matter commissioning project, where all members contributed money to 8 black composers, 4 UK based and 4 US based. These composers delivered a workshop where they taught Musical Directors the songs that they had written. They are planning to sing at an event organised by the Palestine Women's Scholarship Fund for International Women's Day. All projects and activities are voted on by the choir prior to signing up.
Body of Sound choir are open to any women, regardless of previous singing experience.  As well as singing they like to do activities like walks and picnics.  Our grant will help to support any residential weekends away and/or musical workshops.
What a lovely group to join if you love to sing and would love to meet new people get in touch with them Body of Sound Choir