Make Music to Connect

Explore the power of music as a fundamental aspect of human connection in this TEDx talk by Gawain Hewitt. Discover how engaging with your musical self can enhance well-being and foster creativity. Learn about Hewitt's experiences as an artist, composer, and advocate for the therapeutic benefits of music-making. Gain insights into his innovative projects, including installations on the sound of the NHS, a BBC Radio 3 piece on mental health, and accessible online musical instruments. Hear about his work with Sound Young Minds, a music and mental health project that won the RPS Impact Award in 2020. Get inspired by Hewitt's ongoing sonic sculpture project for Great Ormond Street Hospital and understand how music can be a powerful tool for connection and healing.