What People Say

Comments from children

“Seeing everyone dancing in the hall was great. I thought that all the songs about emotions were showing us how to love and care and that without emotions you’re just nothing. My favourite songs were the ones about ‘Creativity’ and the ‘Music Maker’ song.” Pupil, Fernielea Primary School

“By the way, when we were singing and dancing every single person had a great big smile on their faces including me!” Pupil, Fernielea Primary School

“[The Fischy concert] was better than T in the park!” Kieran, P2

“The music encouraged me to make a difference in the world” Christopher, P6

“My favourite song was ‘I Feel Good’ because after being with you I did” Aimee McCarney, P5

Comments from teachers

“The children thoroughly enjoyed their time and had a very positivve, thought - provoking experience.” Mrs Ross

“You managed to develop in five minutes what many of us take weeks to get across through our PSD lessons. Your music is cool in the eyes of the children and they love its catchiness” John, Teacher

“Fantastic – uplifting, enjoyable, come again. Children got so much from it, so did the staff.” Beryl, Teacher

“Your stuff is so inspirational and the kids absolutely adore the songs and have learnt loads of PSHE from the contents. Please come back..so my colleagues can share the amazing experience.” Learning Mentor, Sheffield

“There could be no doubt that the work you do is making a difference in a practical way in schools today.” Principal Teacher, Edinburgh

“Just a wee quick one to tell you that we had an absolutely TERRIFIC time with you in school on Friday. It was fantastic to see the children bursting with enthusiasm and hardly able to contain themselves at the concert in the afternoon. The place was electric!” Teacher, Kirkcaldy

“An enjoyable day which reflected and complemented our current SEAL [Social and Emotional Aspects of Learning] project. The final assembly was particularly effective as it reinforced the issues of the day. Excellent!” Teacher, Essex

Comments from Fischy Music training events

“This was an inspiration! Most successful music course I’ve attended” Teacher, Parkview

“The use of Fischy’s resources in the area of PSE adds another dimension to the teachers’ and school’s repertoire. When you add the fact that the children not only enjoy the music but also relate to the message then you will understand the power in this approach”. Inverclyde Education Services

“A wonderful day. How seldom I have come out of a workshop grinning from ear to ear!” Head Teacher, Edinburgh

Comments from church groups

“Put simply, Fischy has to be one of the best songwriters for children in the U.K. at the moment.” Crossrhythms magazine

“Our youngsters got such a buzz … and so many adults thought it was just the business.” St Paul’s Church, Glasgow

“It was great to see the kids so enthusiastic and so involved…it really touched on some of the spiritual health issues we had hoped to deal with. The kids were still singing as they left the playground today – which is really the best comment on your work.” Neill Crawford, Education Development Officer, Dunblane Cathedral

“Fischy Music allowed us .. to fulfill the diocesan mission values of valuing people, serving our local community and enabling change as if just one child catches the revolutionary nature of Fischy Music’s message it would indeed change that life forever.” Schools Worker, Nottingham

Comments from Parents

“Inventive and at times profoundly moving musical writing” John, Parent

“Simple messages and easy to remember melodies that are fantastically easy to use” Mike, Parent

“Music, particularly the way you use it, is such a wonderful vehicle not only to bring entertainment but also to bring teaching and the simple messages, which we all crave, of peace, love and hope.” Richard, Parent