Connection and Wellbeing Through Music
DJing, music production and sound sessions across Merseyside for people with mental health challenges, SEND, and anyone traditional services haven’t reached. No experience needed.
About us
Music Skills and Care Experience, Together
We’re a not-for-profit Community Interest Company using music to improve mental health for people of all ages across Merseyside. Our founder, John Paul Randles, is a working DJ and producer with over a decade in health and social care — and a parent of a child with autism.
About us →Who It’s For
No musical experience needed — just bring yourself.
Adults and young people
People of all ages facing anxiety, low mood, isolation, trauma or barriers to traditional mental health services.
Children, young people and adults with SEND
Inclusive sessions shaped around each person’s needs, in a calm, supportive group.
People referred by professionals
We welcome referrals from schools, NHS and health services, social workers, support workers and community organisations. How to refer →
It Doesn’t Feel Like Therapy
Many people who would never walk into a wellbeing service will come to make music. Our sessions build confidence, reduce isolation and improve wellbeing in a space that feels creative, not clinical.
DJ Workshops
Hands-on DJ lessons using professional equipment. Participants learn to mix, blend, and perform — building confidence and technical skills.
Music Production
Creative sessions using DAW software where participants produce original beats and tracks, developing digital literacy and self-expression.
Field Recording(capturing sounds in your local community)
Participants explore their local community capturing sounds, which are woven into a collective original track — connecting them to their environment.
Sound Healing
Therapeutic sessions using singing bowls, tuning forks, and guided listening — promoting relaxation, mindfulness, and emotional regulation.
Built on the NHS 5 Steps to Mental Wellbeing
Every session works on at least one of the NHS’s five evidence-based steps to better mental health.
Connect
Group music-making builds bonds, trust, confidence, and a sense of belonging with peers and the wider community.
Keep Learning
DJ skills, music production techniques, sound design, and digital literacy — new skills every session.
Be Active
Field recording walks through the community, movement and energy through music, hands-on creative activity.
Take Notice
Sound healing, mindful listening, tuning into the present moment through the power of vibration and resonance.
Give
Creating music for the community, mentoring peers, performing at the final showcase — giving back through creativity.
The sessions made me feel like I had a purpose and it has inspired me to join college studying music. Before the sessions I felt nervous and didn’t know what to expect, after the first week I couldn’t wait for the next session. I recommend this to anyone even if — like me — you have had no prior knowledge of making music.
— Programme participant
Latest news · 24 October 2026
Homegrown: Play North West DJs live on Saturday 21 NovemberOur DJs take to the decks for a free live community showcase at Bryer Road Community Centre, Prescot, 8pm to 11pm, part of Knowsley Fringe Music Festival 2026. Read more →
Wellbeing and Connection Through Music is funded by The National Lottery Community Fund — made possible with money raised by National Lottery players. Our current 12-week course runs until 14 December 2026.For funders
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For funders →Make a Referral
Supporting someone who could benefit? Teachers, social workers, NHS staff and community workers across Merseyside can refer them to us directly.
Refer someoneReady to Make Music Together?
Tell us who you are and what you’re looking for, and we’ll get back to you.