There is pressing need to address mental health issues in our society, and many reasons why now is a crucial time to get involved in community activities that can alleviate many of the root causes of mental health issues. We hope to engage as many people as possible in simple but effective musical contexts, and add to the evidence that already points to the fact that music can heal.
The Soothsayers
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NIHR Maudsley BRC's first ever artist residency to kick off with Afrobeat and Dub gig in South London
The Afrobeat and Dub gig will exhibit the work of the partnership with performances from the Soothsayers, and from some of the Youthsayers and research groups the partnership is working with.
The event will be taking place at Portico Gallery, 23a Knights Hill, West Norwood, London SE27 0HS.
Soothsayers are a group who have started their year-long journey as the NIHR Maudsley Biomedical Research Centre’s first artists in residence.
This collaboration will use music to reach out to the South London community and explore aspects of life contributing to the mental health issues they face, particularly those related to living in an urban environment, such as health inequalities, loneliness and isolation. This residency will use musical interaction to explore these issues, while creating opportunities for engaging communities and alleviating symptoms.
Event details
Portico Gallery
23a Knights Hill West Norwood London SE27 0HS