Organised by CASH and partnered with Caritas Hong Kong and the Hong Kong Harmonica Association, the Harmonica Beginner Class was held across seven Caritas’ centres since March, this year, providing children from low-income families with the opportunity to engage with music. The harmonica classes, taught by professional instructors from the Hong Kong Harmonica Association, consisted of four sessions and concluded successfully in May.

The instructors adopted an interactive and step-by-step teaching approach, helping participants learn harmonica playing techniques and basic music knowledge from the ground up. The participants showed great engagement, and by the final session, they were able to play a simple folk song on their own. Two of the centres conducted the classes in a parent-child format, encouraging bonding and communication between parents and children through shared musical experiences. The classes proceeded smoothly, received positive feedback, and successfully brought music into the community.

Participating Centres:

1. Caritas Mok Cheung Sui Kun Community Centre
2. Caritas Jockey Club Integrated Service for Young People – Wong Tai Sin
3. Caritas Jockey Club Integrated Service for Young People – Tak Tin
4. Caritas Community Centre – Ngau Tau Kok
5. Caritas Community Centre – Kowloon
6. Our Common Home – Extended Living Space for Sub Divided Unit (SDU) Resident in Tsuen Wan
7. Caritas Community Centre – Aberdeen

The tutor explains the structure and sound production of the harmonica.

The tutor demonstrates the correct way to hold the harmonica with both hands.

The tutor patiently guides the children in practicing proper hand positions.

Participants are highly engaged and successfully perform a simple folk song in the final lesson.

Children receive certificates and take a group photo to commemorate the moment.