So now that the reunions are old news, I was thinking about what these bands, or their music offer us as individuals and as a collective...

So…reunions are a big deal right now, well, they were when I was writing this blog a few weeks ago. One of the biggest and most...

Going off another tangent, as is the norm in these blogs. This week I have been immersed in the world of drums. Recording, practising,...

Tonic Music will be providing a series of online workshops on the Tonic Rider programme - supported by PPL Giving. We are delighted to...

Last month I attended the PAMA (Performing Arts Medicine Association) conference and was pleasantly surprised to meet so many individuals...

We are providing a second Peer Support Group for those working in music to discuss and share their experiences of ADHD. Starting Thursday...

We a providing a second Peer Support Group for women in the music industry to discuss and share their experiences. Starting Tuesday 29th...

There seems to be a recent shift of malevolence dividing this country and the musicking tribe are stepping up. Good to see the ‘Love...

Tonic Music are delighted to be partnering with Trinity Community Arts to provide mental health support for music communities in Bristol...

For this week’s blog I want to return to exploring how ‘pure’ musicking (outside of the industry) can help our mental health as...

This week I write about the benefits of the Peer Support Groups and the crucial role they play in supporting musicians' mental health....

Tonic Music will be attending and presenting at the Performing Arts Medicine Association (PAMA) International Symposium this week. Tonic...

According to some researchers (and me) belongingness is a fundamental human need, essential for psychological well-being and self-esteem....

An open space exclusively for DJs and producers working in dance / electronic music to discuss and share their experiences of mental...

Continuing on from the previous blog on ADHD and how to support musicians I now look at how we can support ASD individuals. Many ASD...

Continuing on from my last set of blogs surrounding musicians and neurodiversity, (more specifically ADHD) I now look at the implications...

When working with people who have ADHD some simple things can go a long way. Firstly, I know it’s and infuriating at times, but patience...

When it comes to musicians and ADHD, I believe that the universal language of music is incredibly helpful. It can transcend boundaries...

Moving away from the research surrounding musicians and mental health I would now like to explore the topic of neurodivergence (ND). It’s...

In last week’s blog we looked at the creativity and working life of two groups of jazz and classical musicians. Today’s writing explores...