Great to be at the launch today, at local care home The Grange, of Cathy Sahadevan's 'What Music Means to Me'.
Cathy shared that: “Through the choir, residents developed confidence, built friendships, and enjoyed unforgettable opportunities, including meeting Tim Howar from Mike and the Mechanics, and forming a connection with national treasure Tony Christie. I was inspired to write the book because I wanted to share my story and bring the power of music to people living with dementia.”
Cathy decided to share her story in book form, with encouragement and support from the choir members themselves. She hopes her journey will show others that you don’t need formal music training to make a difference, just passion, enthusiasm, and the belief that music can reach people when words cannot.
"This book is a heart warming memoir that celebrates a tale of success and the spirit of giving it a go. It's an inspirational tale that shows the joy that music can bring to the hearts and minds of people living with dementia."- Tony Christie.
The choir’s journey has created a vibrant culture both within and beyond the The Grange Care Home, earning awards, supporting charity work, and attracting the backing of organisations such as Music for Dementia. The choir continues to evolve, spreading happiness and creating magical moments wherever they perform.
Peyton Miles, Foundation Manager at Music for Dementia, praised Cathy’s work, saying: “What happens when one person decides to ‘give it a go’? In this touching GIAG story, a care home is transformed through music, as a once nervous choir blossoms into a source of pride, purpose, and joy for residents and staff alike.”
The choir’s journey has created a vibrant culture both within and beyond the The Grange Care Home, earning awards, supporting charity work, and attracting the backing of organisations such as Music for Dementia. The choir continues to evolve, spreading happiness and creating magical moments wherever they perform.
Peyton Miles, Foundation Manager at Music for Dementia, praised Cathy’s work, saying: “What happens when one person decides to ‘give it a go’? In this touching GIAG story, a care home is transformed through music, as a once nervous choir blossoms into a source of pride, purpose, and joy for residents and staff alike.”
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One Voice Choir - You Raise Me Up.
