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Gary Bowden
Community Musician, Creative Practitioner, Facilitator, Sound Artist
Hello, I am the founder of Unique Music, a small studio based in North Shields, developing and recording
music one to one with participants. I also work across North East England as a freelancer,
bringing music activities to individuals and communities.
I am a Neurodiversity Aware practitioner, with extensive experience of facilitating bespoke,
flexible and collaborative music and community arts sessions.
With a passion for delivering and developing accessible creative opportunities,
I specialise in supporting people with Autism, Learning Disabilities, Dementia and SEND,
enabling people of all ages and abilities to create their own music their way.
Unique Music - Your Music Your Way
Every music session is unique to the participants, enabling them to create, play and record their own music their way.
Using responsive, flexible and reflective practice facilitation skills, people are supported to explore their creativity in ways that are meaningful for them.
Where words fail, music speaks - Hans Christian Andersen.
The only thing better than singing is more singing - Ella Fitzgerald
​Benefits of taking part in music activities include:
Reduced stress
Enhanced well-being
Building a strong sense of identity
Improved communication and self expression
Improved mood, motivation and cognitive function​
Opportunities to develop and strengthen social skills and networks/friendships
Maintenance and development of physical skills including movement, and fine and gross motor control​​​
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