Do you love making music and want to share it with others? We’re looking for confident instrumentalist volunteers to join a range of welcoming community groups. Whether you play strings, brass, woodwind, percussion, or something a little different, your skills can help bring people together, boost confidence, and create joyful shared experiences. No professional background required, just enthusiasm, reliability, and a desire to make a positive impact through music. Join us and use your instrument to strengthen community connections and make a real difference.

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Aylesbury Silver Singers is a fun, lively, and energetic weekly singing group for older adults, including those living with age-related illnesses such as Alzheimer’s or dementia. The group aims to connect people through music and singing, reduce social isolation, and improve wellbeing in the local community. No previous musical experience is needed for participants.

Chiltern Music Therapy is a not-for-profit organisation using music to help people of all ages connect, communicate, and thrive. We believe in a caring world where music therapy is a transformative thread in everyday life.

Together, we harness the power of music, inspire through human story, and fascinate through science to light up a network of champions.

About the Role

We’re looking for a Volunteer Community Musician to support the Aylesbury Silver Singers group. Sessions focus on shared singing, enjoyment, and connection in a welcoming, inclusive environment.

You will take part in singing and music-making and support the group manager and therapist to help sessions run smoothly and remain positive, accessible, and engaging for all.

What You’ll Do

• Take part in group singing and music-making
  
• Help create a fun, welcoming, and inclusive atmosphere
  
• Encourage confidence, connection, and enjoyment through music
  
• Support older adults and those living with dementia alongside experienced staff
  
  

Who This Role Is For

• Confident musicians who play an instrument
  
• People interested in community wellbeing and reducing social isolation
  
• Friendly, patient, and reliable volunteers
  
• Those able to support the community musician during sessions
  
  

What You’ll Gain

• The chance to make a meaningful difference through music
  
• Experience in community music and older-adult wellbeing
  
• Support from a caring, experienced member of staff
  
  

If you’d like to use music and singing to help older people connect and thrive, we’d love to hear from you.