When working with children who are profoundly disabled, or profoundly autistic, one often needs the patience to wait many years, trying different things, until the child allows you into their world and responds to your interaction. #InclusiveMusic #SpecialEducation

Visit the home page of our Take Note project here: takenote.org.uk/ where you will find resources and guidance on using music to support and enrich the lives of people living with dementia. #DementiaChoir #DementiaCare #CareHomeActivities #MusicTherapy

Sounds of Intent has reached 1000 followers on Instagram! instagram.com/soundsofintent… We'd like to take the opportunity to thank all those who follow us on social media, and more broadly all those who use and benefit from our resources. #SoundsofIntent #Followers #InclusiveMusic

@TurleyAshleigh, who is blind and autistic, plays her absolutely beautiful jazz arrangement of Deep River, a traditional African-American spiritual. This was recorded on October 5th, 2025 at at a concert in aid of our sister charity, @theambertrust. #DeepRiver #Piano #Spiritual

One project we're particularly proud of is our work with children who have juvenile dementia and their families. As this video explains, the children's ability to engage with music and with others through music remains strong even as their other faculties become diminished.

Music is cross-curricular! David explains what the data collected in a recent project shows. It points to wider academic benefits of musical education. To find out more about the Mini Musicians project, visit mmf.org.uk/mini-musicians/ @mertonmusic

Want an intro to the awards scheme we run for schools? Add this webinar to your diary: Wednesday 7th October 4:30pm Attendance free Register online here: forms.office.com/e/mvv2TU8Fg…

One of the reasons we set so much store by the power of music is because for many children, especially those who are non-verbal, music can genuinely hold the key to unlocking communication. Follow us for more insights built on our many years of research and experience.

We're excited to share that a new project is getting off the ground here at Sounds of Intent and @LiveMusicNowUK! With our new Project Manager, Joanna, we are working to bring you new, accessible musical resources for young children. #Autism #AutismAwareness #Music

We’re so excited to be launching our donations page (at long last)! Can you help us celebrate by donating 5 pounds? soundsofintent.org/en/donate… We use our funds to produce resources that are freely available to families, teachers and care staff of those with additional needs.