It can be a challenge to bring little children-with their penchant for running or crying-to live music events. The Glasshouse in the UK, however, has made it clear that young listeners are more than welcome: it has announced its Music Pass for newborns, which, for £25, gives subscribers a voucher that allows access to child-friendly events for every baby born in the North East between 1 September 2023, and 31 August 2024. The voucher remains valid for ten years.
Glasshouse launches its Music Pass in partnership with public health authorities and Children North East. "Music plays a vital role in supporting early childhood development," said Alice Wiseman, Director of Public Health for Gateshead and Newcastle. "It creates new human connections and can make our lives better, and we are proud to support efforts to make it accessible to every child in the North East. Ensuring all children have the best start in life is fundamental to addressing inequalities. Listening to or playing music and singing can have positive effects on behaviour, self-confidence, emotional regulation, relationship building, and a sense of belonging, contributing to resilience and mental wellbeing. This initiative plays an important part in opening this opportunity up to all communities, regardless of income."
In an official press release, Abigail Pogson, Managing Director at The Glasshouse said: "Music has the power to inspire, connect, and uplift communities, and we believe that as many people as possible should have the wonder of music in their lives. Through the Music Pass, we hope to provide families with the resources they need to nurture a lifelong love of music in their children.
Right now, Glasshouse's Music Pass can be used for interactive music classes for kids, and The Snowman and other family-friendly concerts. More events will be made accessible in the coming months.
