Welcome to Once Upon a Tune

Music has the power to connect, inspire, and bring joy — no matter your age or ability.

 

At Once Upon a Tune, I bring live classical piano and interactive music sessions to care homes, adult day centres, assisted living, early years settings, and community groups.

 

From toe-tapping singalongs for older generations to playful music adventures for little ones, every session is designed to spark smiles, encourage connection, and create meaningful moments through music.

 

Take a look around the website to find out more about what I offer — and get in touch to book your own Once Upon a Tune experience.

"The beauty of classical music lies in its power to calm, inspire, and connect – a language everyone understands."

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Once Upon a Tune?

Once Upon a Tune offers live classical piano and interactive music sessions for care homes, adult day centres, nurseries, and parent–child groups. Each session is designed to be inclusive, uplifting, and engaging — encouraging participation and supporting wellbeing through music.

Who leads the sessions?

All sessions are led by me, Hannah Cressey — a classically trained pianist, qualified early years teacher, and parent to two young children. I have a first-class music degree with honours and extensive experience working with both children and adults in creative, educational, and care settings.

What happens in a typical session?

Sessions include live classical piano, singalongs, percussion instruments, scarves, ribbons, and other sensory props. For early years and parent–child classes, I also use puppets, storytelling, and themed activities to capture imaginations.

Do you bring all the equipment?

Yes — I bring everything needed for the session, including instruments, props, and a portable stage piano and PA system if the venue requires it.

How long is each session?

Our music sessions are 60 minutes long, but we are happy to do longer or shorter sessions if this is more suitable for your setting. Our parent and child weekly music classes are 45 minutes long, and our weekly home ed music club is 60 minutes long. 

Do you have insurance and a DBS check?

Yes — I hold public liability insurance and an enhanced DBS certificate covering work with both children and adults.

How do I book a session?

To arrange a Once Upon a Tune session for your care home, adult day centre or early years setting, simply get in touch via the Contact page or email me at info@onceuponatune.org with your preferred date, address and setting type. I will confirm availability, send over a booking form, and discuss any special requirements to make your session as enjoyable and inclusive as possible. Once we have organised the details a 50% deposit is required to secure the booking, with the balance due 7 days before the date. If you have a different type of setting not listed but would like to discuss a Once Upon a Tune session, please get in touch. 

For the Parent and Child Classes you can book your place on the Parent and Child Classes page. Discounts are available for block bookings. 

“We had an amazing morning having Hannah visit our setting with Once Upon a Tune. To engage all the children from ages 10 months to 4 years is a real talent and it was wonderful watching all the children clap, wriggle and request songs too. She has such a fantastic talent and her piano playing is beautiful. The adults enjoyed it as much as the children. We can't wait to have Hannah and Once Upon a Tune back".

 

Wild at Heart Day Nursery, Driffield

 

Contact

Contact me today to arrange a Once Upon a Tune session at your setting, or to ask any questions you may have.