The Amber Trust is pleased to introduce a new Music Teacher Directory, designed for individuals and families seeking music teachers experienced in working with vision impaired musicians. Amber was commissioned by the Music Team at RNIB to create this…
The Powell Family Foundation has awarded The Amber Trust with a grant supporting our Little Amber services for the next two years. This support will have a significant impact on our work in providing musical opportunities for blind and partially…
Amber Music Award recipient Chapman Shum made a wonderful appearance on Channel 4’s The Piano, performing at Heathrow Airport in Series 3, Episode 5. Returning to Heathrow Three years ago, Chapman arrived at Terminal 5 — the very first place…
Congratulations to Sharon Birkin for taking part in the TCS My Way Marathon, raising £1,489 in aid of The Amber Trust. Sharon even got an orange manicure for Amber! ‘This is my 45th year of life and I decided to…
Last month, four music practitioners represented The Amber Trust at a special event held at Windsor Castle, celebrating supporters of community music across the UK. Hosted by His Majesty The King and the Duke and Duchess of Gloucester, the…
Sound Moves is an exciting project funded by The Amber Trust in partnership with TiME (Technology in Music Education UK). The project aims to develop a musical instrument that uses sensors to detect small movements, converting them to musical sounds…
The Amber Trust’s 2024 Annual Report is now available. This edition is brimming with charity updates and activities, children’s stories, and fundraising fun. Read about 18-year-old Toben’s singing journey, 13-year-old Sam’s love of microphones, and The Amber Trust’s status as…
New research into how the play industry can be more inclusive for people with vision impairment has been published today on World Sight Day, as charities urge businesses to recognise the importance of the ‘purple pound’ and be more inclusive. …
Three ambitious and dedicated runners recently completed The Big Half to raise funds in aid of Amber. Rob, Jan, and Georgiana took on the event, which saw them running 13.1 miles through London in hot conditions. Here’s what they had…
We are delighted to announce that The Amber Trust has appointed Sophie Amstell as Chief Executive Officer. Sophie has worked in the arts learning sector for more than 25 years, championing the role that the arts play in young people’s…