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Bournemouth University orchestra helps those with dementia

A special orchestra for people with dementia has been helping boost their confidence and mood, according to a new research project.

The orchestra group has been set up by the Bournemouth University Dementia Institute, to create a sense of community among participants and also includes professional musicians, carers and students.

They meet for regular workshop sessions and come together for special performances at various locations around the town.

大象传媒 Radio Solent reporter Neil Sackley has been to see a performance at Bournemouth University.

The conductor is Andy Baker.

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