a music group for adults
with additional needs
WHAT IS
DABBLE AND SCRUNCH?
Dabble and Scrunch is a group where adults with additional needs can partake in a variety of music activities and games whilst exploring new sounds and music.
These sessions are ideal for adults with additional needs requiring care from parents or carers. We welcome those with, but not limited to Autism, Asperges, Down’s Syndrome and Intellectual Disability (ID).
WHAT DO
WE DO?
We do a wide and varied range of music activities and games as well as putting on performances from Birmingham based musicians playing different instruments and pieces in an informal setting.
All sessions are tightly structured in 20-minute blocks to assist those who rely upon consistency and regularity in their day.
We also host social activities so that participants and carers can get together and enjoy. (We have plans for Karaoke and Discos!) These will also be open to those from outside of the group. Keep an eye on our social media for more details.
YOUR LEADER,
REUBEN
Reuben Penny is a professional musician who has performed and composed music in a variety of different settings and places. He has a lot of experience running workshops for adults with additional needs.
There are always opportunities to suggest new activities, music and ideas to improve the sessions. Do not hesitate to approach Reuben as he is excited to hear your thoughts!
WHAT TO BRING WHEN YOU ATTEND
We will provide everything that a participant might need to take part during a session however if a participant has an instrument of their own that they would like to bring, we’d love to see it!
Please bring anything that you might require to make the sessions comfortable.
We require that carers/parents should accompany participants and take part during the sessions, assisting when required.
WHEN AND WHERE
DO WE MEET?
We meet at Allens Cross Community Association on Thursdays during the West Midlands school terms at 6:30pm
24 Tinkers Farm Rd, Birmingham B31 1RH
Some details about the space:
Accessible Parking.
Disabled Toilets.
The hall is very spacious.
There are no stairs to be navigated and everything is located on the ground floor.
HOW MUCH
DOES IT COST?
Your first session will be free! After that, we ask members to pay these session rates*.
Either:
Reduced £4 per week or £16 a month
Normal £6 per week or £24 a month
Pay it Forward £8+ per week or £32+ a month
Parents/Carers are free!
Find out more.
You can pay on the day, online or make a standing order. Visit our “member subs” page for further details.
There are several free places available for people with low income. When you sign up, you can let us know you’re interested in this.
*These rates are reduced from our other activities, don’t worry, this is deliberate.
Fill out the short form using the button below. If you are unable to fill out the form, don’t worry. Contact us, and we’ll get you sorted!
What does a session look like?
Have a look through the playlist below to get an idea of what a session will be like.
