The visit of Graffiti Classics to St. Michael’s House Special National School 2007

On the 18th November ’07 our club once again financed a wonderful show for the children and staff of St. Michael’s House Special National School, Baldoyle. To describe the pleasure that Classical Graffiti gave to 65 wheelchair-bound children is scarcely possible. Only those Lions who have attended, over the years, can appreciate the delight on the faces of these kids who have severe / profound general learning disabilities and physical disabilities.
The members of the quartet have a great understanding of children, especially those with special needs. Their clowning, rhythmic playing and rapport with the audience had to be seen to be believed. They had them clapping their little hands, or having a go at singing along, or simply smiling broadly. Members of staff assured us that even those children whom did not appear very responsive, were really enjoying the experience greatly.
Founded in 1997 by four young professional musicians who met whilst busking in Covent Garden, London, the groups unique style has developed a refreshing insight into the world of classical music for everyone regardless of age.

A visit to their website http://www.graffiticlassics.com/welcome.php will give a good idea of how they look and sound.
They were accepted onto the Yehudi Menuhin's 'Live Music Now!' scheme in 1998 enabling them to tour extensively and gain valuable experience working with children, and people with special needs.
As well as their Cabaret-style performances, Graffiti Classics are known extensively throughout Ireland and Britain for their educational workshops, having performed to over 200,000 children in the last six years.
They have appeared at the National Concert Hall and the Gaiety Theatre. They have played at the Trinity Ball in Dublin and in 2001 were honoured to play at Aras an Uachtarain for the switching on of the President’s Christmas tree lights.