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What We Do > Talks, Training & Consultation

Part of our work focuses on shifting society’s perceptions and raising expectations of deaf and hard of hearing people, through talks, training and consultation.

Just like our workshops, all of these services can be tailored to your needs so please contact us and see how we can help you. We can also deliver a lot of this work remotely, using video technology - either directly from Music and the Deaf or via one of our broadcasters - location is no barrier!

TALKS


Music and the Deaf talk by Danny Lane

We have been privileged to deliver talks all around the world, to organisations of all shapes and sizes!

Our inspirational speakers can share their knowledge and experience on topics like:

  • Deaf awareness
  • The lived experience of being a deaf musician
  • Overcoming barriers to deaf people engaging with music

We focus on promoting inclusivity and accessibility, particularly around music. So if you need a speaker for your conference, school or college, community event - or any other type of gathering - to educate and inspire, don’t hesitate to get in touch. Email us at info@matd.org.uk, or call us on 07988 292218.

TRAINING


Artforms, Leeds music teacher training workshop

We offer specialised training for teachers of all age groups to support delivery of musical education. Through our guidance, provision of training and inspiration, we hope to influence change for deaf and hard of hearing children, young people and adults.

We can:

  • Provide techniques and activities that teachers can use in the classroom or community
  • Discuss communication tactics
  • Advise how to deliver a music programme for deaf people or set up a group the includes deaf musicians
  • Assist with festival or venue access

We have worked with schools, colleges and universities, and centres of learning for Teachers of the Deaf, inspiring those who work with deaf children all around the world that hearing loss is no barrier to music access and enjoyment.

CONSULTATION


Music and the Deaf is truly unique, and our skills and expertise are called upon internationally. We are experts in identifying issues and difficulties surrounding the world of deafness, and our specialised consultancy can empower your organisation to best engage with deaf children and adults, whether they are pupils in a school, or customers at a music venue.

As well as working with organisations, we are keen to grow our network and deepen our links with policy-makers, to ensure that the needs of deaf people of all ages are taken into account when new legislation is being developed.

We have a long history of working with prestigious organisations, including:

  • Med-EL
  • Hidden Hearing
  • The NHS
  • The National Deaf Children’s Society
  • Education Hubs and Trusts throughout the UK
  • And world class venues including Sage Gateshead and Kings Place

Get in touch to discuss how your organisation, school, members or employees can benefit from our specialised expertise. Email info@matd.org.uk, or call 07988 292218.