Thank you to Optelec for inviting us to have a stand at their event, it was good to talk and connect with people.
We were at the Optelec Vision Zone Portsmouth Event on 14th October 2026
We have received Funding to continue our Inclusive Music Project in 2026 and 2027
We are really looking forward to starting back in schools to deliver our music and technology workshops, with Freelance Music Leaders Jim Chorley, Oliver Lewis-Johnson and Sam Prouse.
Thank you to Hampshire Music Education Hub for making this possible.
Come and join us at Vision Zone Portsmouth Optelec UK on 14th October 2026
Vision Zone Solutions for Sight Loss organised by Optelec UK.
0800 145 6115
Would you like to find out more about assistive technology, Support, Services, Groups, and much more?
Our Vision Zone events bring together a variety of excellent services and charities covering your local area.
No matter what your sight loss condition we are here for you. Whether it’s just to gain knowledge or hands on experience of new technologies, entry is free to our events, and our friendly staff will greet you with a warm welcome.
Our exhibitors, Portsmouth libraries, NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare, Guide Dogs, Global Music Visions C.I.C, Portsmouth Council various services, Sight for Wight, Optelec UK, Portsmouth Carers Service, Open Sight.
Wednesday 14th of October, 11am to 2pm
Portsmouth Central Library, Menuhin Theatre, Guildhall Walk, Portsmouth, PO1 2DX
Café Lily & Lime, located on the third floor open for light bites and refreshments
Multiple multi storey and surface car parks located 3 minutes walk from the venue for parking
FREE ENTRY TO EVENT AND NO NEED TO BOOK
Music Workshop for Disability Equals Ability (DEA) 2nd September 2026
Supported by DEA, David Shervill and Jim Chorley facilitated a fun music afternoon for clients at the Medley Centre in Trowbridge, as part of their Health Horizon Well-Being project. Everyone had fun writing, recording, playing with sound and technology. Thank you to everyone involved for making this session happen.
To find out more about Disability Equals Ability, visit their website or send them an email using the links below:
Website: www.disabilityequalsability.org
GMV Update May – August 2026
We have been continuing to have meetings with individuals, groups and various organisations in the community. Being involved in various projects and facilitating 1 to 1 or small group sessions, has been really enjoyable.
Inclusive Music Project March – April 2026
Working alongside Jim Chorley and Olly Lewis-Johnson, pupils have written, recorded and had fun as part of our Inclusive Music Project. Thank you to pupils, teaching staff, and to Hampshire Music Education Hub who have made this possible. We look forward to returning soon.
If we can support you or someone you know through music and education Contact Us to find out more.
Toucan Diversity CIC Visual Impairment Awareness Training 4th March 2026
It was great to deliver Visual Impairment Awareness Training sessions online via Zoom today. These were organised and supported by Toucan Diversity CIC.
Find out more about Toucan Diversity CIC visit their website, or send them an email using the links below:
Website: www.toucan-diversity.org.uk
Email: info@toucan-diversity.org.uk
Inclusive Music Project January–March 2026
It has been great to start the New Year working alongside Jim Chorley and Olly Lewis-Johnson. We have been writing, recording and having fun as part of our Inclusive Music Project. Thank you to pupils, teaching staff, and to Hampshire Music Education Hub who have made this possible.
Inclusive Music Project November – December 2025
As we approach the end of the calendar year, it has been great fun working alongside Jim Chorley writing, recording and having fun as part of our Inclusive Music Project. Thank you to pupils and teaching staff, we look forward to returning again in the New Year. Hampshire Music Education Hub has made this possible. Thank you.
Audio Developers Conference held in November 2025
Sam Prouse and I gave a presentation at this years event.
We spoke about and demonstrated examples of accessible music software, and how and why collaboration is important in the development process.
Lets all start talking and working together, so everyone can enjoy music and technology.
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