Concerteenies

04/06/2026

We ❤️ this fresh perspective on our ‘Inspired By...’ project by illustrator Eva Juusola.

Eva beautifully captured these beautiful moments during the pilot of this new musical programme for children aged 2-3 years and their families in communities across Sheffield.

She sketched children and their grown-ups as they interacted with the music, each other and our musicians Sarah Carroll, Polly Ives and Martin Harwood.

Inspired By... is a three-year project funded by Youth Music, Brelms Trust and St Kieran’s Trust.

It supports children's early development and elevates the place of music in their lives by inspiring and upskilling adults to be their musical play partners.
We have more sessions coming up soon with Sheffield Family Hubs.
Harmony Works Sheffield Sheffield Music Hub South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority.

03/06/2026

6 Jun at the Playhouse

03/06/2026

03/06/2026

We are launching our next pilot of the ‘Inspired By…’ project next week.

We’re leading 6-week series in Foxhill, Lowedges, Sharrow and Shortbrook in partnership with Sheffield Family Hubs, Foxhill Forum and Highfield Adventure Playground.

FREE for local families especially targeted at 2-3 year olds. No booking needed.

Musicians include Sarah Carroll, Luke Carver Goss, Ford Collier, Kate Griffin, Polly Ives, Tom Pickles, Deepa Shakthi and Trevor Waldron.

Funded by Youth Music, Brelms Trust and the St Kieran’s Trust.
Harmony Works, Sheffield Music Hub

03/06/2026

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02/06/2026

📢 Our new Sheffield series starts next week!
Welcome to Tuning In, a musical space where your child can be themselves.
Do you love the idea of live music with your young child, but find typical music groups or performance spaces a bit overwhelming or restrictive?
You are not alone—and you are exactly who we created this for.

Is this for us?
Tuning In is a new, six-week series of live Sheffield music events from Concerteenies, specially designed for 3-5 year olds and their grown-ups. If your child is neurodivergent (including autism, ADHD, diagnosed or undiagnosed) or simply thrives in a more relaxed, understanding environment, this is your space.
There is no ‘right’ way to enjoy music here. Whether your child wants to move, make noise, sit quietly, or explore at their own pace, they are entirely welcome.

What to expect:
- Over six magical weeks, we will create a sensory-aware environment where you and your child can connect with music on your own terms.
- Your Hosts: Lead musician Martin Harwood and creative practitioner Ella-May Thornely.
- Special Guests: We will be joined by three incredible guest musicians throughout the series.
- The Vibe: Relaxed, adapted, deeply supportive, and full of joy.
Come along and let’s enjoy music together - your way.

Spaces are free but limited and start on Monday 8th June at Adventures in Highfield Adventure Playground
Find out more and book here: https://www.concerteenies.com/events

Small Voices Big Noises with Martin Harwood

Funded by the Mayfield Valley Arts Trust, Bluecoat and Mountpleasant Educational Foundation, Freshgate Trust Foundation, Harry Bottom Trust, The Cutlers Company Charitable Trust and the Sarah Nulty Power of Music Foundation.

02/06/2026

Our fab Creative Practitioner Ella-May Thornely made this reel about our joyful 3 days at Chatsworth House’s Family Festival.

Featuring Sarah Carroll, Chameleon Quartet, Ford Collier, Hannah Cowling, Scarlet Hoole, Eleanor Hooper from Pif-Paf Theatre, Polly Ives, Alex Lyon, James Lyons, Meera Maharaj, Adam McKenzie, Mishra, Tom Pickles and Trevor Waldron.

02/06/2026

The University of Sheffield’s Music Department is about to publish a report making the case for investment in music in Sheffield. The launch will be marked by a photo of music makers on the City Hall steps and we're all invited.

Come along this Thursday 4 June 5pm at Sheffield City Hall for just 15 to 30 mins. The bigger the crowd the stronger the message!

Please share with other music makers 🎵

02/06/2026

We’re really delighted to launch this 6 week project in Foxhill with local families.

Please share!

Funded by Youth Music, Brelms Trust and St Kieran’s Trust.
In partnership with Sheffield Family Hubs.

Another Exciting Opportunity

We are so looking forward to welcoming Concerteenies musicians here to Foxhill Forum on Monday 8th June 2026 who will be joining our Little Foxes Group. You can play, join listen or even relax with your child. But more over come along have some fun with other parents. No booking required just turn up on the day.

New Families Always Welcome :-)

Sheffield Family Hubs
Family Action Neurodiversity Sheffield
Foxhill Medical Centre - Sheffield
North East Local Area Committee
Sheffield City Council
Sheffield City Council's Family Adult Community Education Service
Parson Cross-Forum
Mount Tabor
PXI - Parson Cross Initiative - Projects
Grenoside News

01/06/2026

We’re looking forward to returning to Lake District Music for The Duck with No Luck this summer.