How Music Is Transforming the Lives of Dads in Blaenau Gwent

Introduction

Inside Out Cymru and Flying Start Blaenau Gwent are proud to offer a glimpse into ‘Nurturing Dads’ – a creative wellbeing project delivered across Blaenau Gwent in partnership with musician Alex Lupo, writer Leigh Manley and the Dads Support team, and kindly funded by the Baring Foundation’s Creative Men grants programme. Launched on International Men’s Day, our film highlights how music has given local men an opportunity for connection, improved confidence, and improved wellbeing, many of whom arrived feeling isolated, low in confidence, or unsure of how to engage creatively. Facilitated by professional musician and music therapist Alex Lupo, the workshops invited dads of all abilities – from complete beginners to experienced musicians – to explore song-writing, music technology, ‘jamming’, improvisation and listening sessions. Music provided a low-pressure, accessible entry point, enabling dads to create side-by-side, share experiences, and build friendships.

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Tags: Dads, Men, Creative Men, Men's Mental Health, Men's Wellbeing

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