our Board of Trustees
Tracey Brennan - Chair
Tracey is currently employed by NHS England, East of England, Learning Disability & Autism Programme as Senior Manager for LeDeR and Health Inequalities. She has supported people with a learning disability and autistic people (who often also have mental ill-health) for over 30 years and has worked in health and social care settings, both managing and commissioning services. Tracey is extremely passionate about reducing the impact of health inequalities and developing partnership and collaborative approaches, alongside ensuring the voice of people with lived experience is included in creating change.
Whilst Tracey claims to not be particularly musical, she firmly believes that music can have a significant impact on a persons’ health and wellbeing. As a commissioner, Tracey witnessed first-hand the benefits that Music24 brought to the lives of the people they were working with and indeed found their passion infectious. Tracey is excited to join the Board of Trustees and hopes to make a valuable contribution in supporting the organisation to continue to thrive.
Ian Begg - vice chair
Albeit Ian’s professional status is as a Chartered Architectural Technologist, his passion for helping others through charitable work stems back over forty years. Initially with Round Table and then progressing onto Rotary International.
Ian first got involved with Music24 in May 2022 following a presentation that co-founders, Teela & Graeme, made at his local Rotary Club. Ian was so impressed that he started volunteering with them and subsequently retired from Rotary in June 2023 to dedicate more of his time and efforts to Music24.
Through Rotary, Ian was involved in many charitable events, notably helping organise the Stevenage Carnival over many years and he enjoyed several visits to the REP department at Lonsdale School in Stevenage enjoying interaction with the children with physical disabilities. He was asked by Lonsdale School if he would like to be an Independent Listener which he undertook for several years.
Jacqui Harding
Jacqui Harding brings a wealth of experience in community engagement, event coordination, and volunteer management. A long-time resident of Luton since 1988, she has been deeply involved in cultural and charitable initiatives for over two decades.
From 2001 to 2012, Jacqui served as the coordinator for Luton International Carnival, playing a key role in one of the UK’s largest one-day carnivals. She also led the National Citizen Service (Take the Leap) in 2012, working with schools across Luton to inspire young people through community-driven programmes.
Currently, Jacqui is the NPO Coordinator for The Culture Trust, overseeing volunteering initiatives across Wardown House Museum and beyond. She also dedicates her time to several voluntary roles, including running Swirl Disability Nightclub, a safe and inclusive space for individuals with learning disabilities, and serving as the Executive Manager of Desi Arts Development Group CIC, where she helps organise large-scale cultural events, such as Lighting up Luton and South Asian Heritage Month celebrations.
Passionate about community, culture, and inclusion, Jacqui’s dedication to volunteering continues to make a meaningful impact across Luton.
“Hi, I’m Jacqui Harding and so proud to have been voted in as a new trustee for Music24 in January 2025 as this is something really special to me. I remember when Graeme and Teela first started in the basement of the Hat Factory 10 years ago and I’m very excited to be part of this fab charity!”
Kevin Allchorne
Kevin, a successful and experienced executive in the London Insurance market, who is now semi-retired, brings extensive expertise to his roles as a non-executive director on the boards of Managing Agency Partners, a Lloyd’s syndicate, and Pool Re, the Government-backed terrorism reinsurance company. Alongside his professional achievements, Kevin is a passionate musician who has always been captivated by the emotive power of music. When seeking a rewarding volunteer opportunity, he felt drawn to explore charities involving music. A serendipitous search led him to discover Music24, which resonated deeply with his interests and values.
Kevin began his volunteer journey with Music24, supporting the Stevenage Dementia group and the Welwyn Garden City Singing Café. Immersed in these experiences, he discovered the immense joy and fulfilment of using music to enrich the lives of others. Recognising the intersection of his business acumen and passion for music, Kevin saw an opportunity to contribute further by joining Music24’s board of trustees. His appointment in April 2024 reflects his commitment to leveraging his diverse skill set to drive positive change within the organisation and the communities it serves.
our patrons
Brindley Sherratt
Brindley Sherratt is one of the world’s best Basses in the world of Opera. He regularly sings at the Royal Opera House, Glyndebourne, English National Opera, The Metropolitan Opera, Zurich, Munich State Opera and the BBC Proms. He also appears frequently on BBC Radio, has written several articles for the Guardian about singing and is a visiting professor at the Royal Academy and Royal College of Music.
“I am so happy and honoured to become a Patron for Music24. I have experienced the vital work they do first-hand and was so very moved and inspired. I cannot wait to help them in any way I can.”
If you would like to find out more about Brindley, please visit: https://www.brindleysherratt.com
The Hunna
The Hunna, originally formed in Watford in 2015, is one of the most exciting, high-energy acts playing the live music circuit, with a loyal and ever expanding fanbase, the band have four albums to their name, the last being their self-titled record which was released late in 2022.
“Being able to give people a space to express themselves and communicate through the power of art and music is a notion that we fully endorse. We’re very excited to work with them and be involved in all of their great initiatives.”
For more info on the band, please visit: https://www.thehunnaofficial.com