Music the quickening art: take your ipod into a care home and quicken a life

Following the a successful American project where music was used to brighten the lives of those living in care homes, Spots of Time is running a London version.

They're inviting volunteers to take their ipods and live music into care homes as part of The Good Week. They want people to collate and share some favourite tunes and maybe a couple you think may remind older people of their days on the dancefloor or provide soothing enjoyment for those with dementia, think music of the 1940's and 50's.

As part of the day SoT are also arranging Open Mic sessions. They say, "The majority of residents will now only dream of getting to a gig. Make their day",

Find out more at Spots of Time.