Music education has a transformative impact on young lives. As well as fostering creativity and self-expression, participation in music helps develop confidence, teamwork, concentration, communication and problem-solving skills. These benefits extend far beyond the classroom and can have a lasting positive effect on future education, employment and wellbeing.

Despite the proven value of music education, funding for music hubs has reduced significantly in recent years. York Music Hub therefore relies increasingly on the support of donors and sponsors to sustain and expand its work. Their aim is simple: to remove financial barriers and ensure that every young person who wishes to learn, perform and enjoy music has the opportunity to do so.

Through its fundraising activities during the year, Yorkshire Law Society is proud to support York Music Hub and the vital work it undertakes across our city.

"Music has been a hugely important part of my own life, and I have seen first-hand the confidence, enjoyment and opportunities it can bring. I am delighted that Yorkshire Law Society will be supporting York Music Hub this year to help ensure that children and young people across York can access those same opportunities." Duncan Morter, President, Yorkshire Law Society