Royal Brompton & Harefield Arts

20/08/2026

Artist Open Call – Organ Donation Artworks Commission

rb&hArts invites artists to propose two new artworks exploring organ donation, transplantation, hope, generosity and the gift of life — one for Royal Brompton Hospital and one for Harefield Hospital.

We welcome proposals for sculpture, wall-based and mixed-media works suitable for healthcare environments.
We are particularly interested in artists with experience in participatory practice, co-creation, public art, healthcare or socially engaged approaches. The selected artist will work with patients, donor families, transplant recipients, staff and other stakeholders.

Budget: £9,000 inclusive of VAT, covering research, engagement, design, production and installation.

Deadline: Sunday 27 September 2026, midnight

Interviews: Week commencing 5 October 2026

To apply please use the following link: https://forms.gle/9CxQ9KSFq2UrBkGCA

Please submit a 1–2 page PDF proposal outlining:
Your interest in the commission
Your creative ideas and initial thoughts in response to the brief
How you might explore the themes of organ donation and transplantation
Your approach to engagement and co-creation
Relevant experience and previous work
Please also include a CV or artist biography and images/links to relevant previous work, including your website or social media where applicable.

We welcome artists at all career stages and are committed to a diverse and inclusive selection process.

Full brief and application details are available via the application link.

07/08/2026

07/08/2026

REMINDER!
This week’s Music Session with me, Adrian Garratt, will be TONIGHT at 7.30pm. Fri 7th Aug.. Over at ‘Royal Brompton & Harefield Arts’ page. See you at 7.30pm! Cheers, Adrian

06/08/2026

MUSIC SESSION UPDATE!
So, there’s NO SESSION this evening. This week’s music session with me, Adrian Garratt (resident musician at Harefield Hospital) will be tomorrow, Friday 7th Aug, at 7.30pm. Live music with live interaction with you! Comments, suggestions, banter all welcome. I look forward to your company tomorrow at 7.30pm! Best wishes, Adrian

31/07/2026

MUSIC SESSION 7pm TONIGHT!!
It’s happening! Friday 31st July! Tonight!
Honest guv. After my ridiculously last minute announcement yesterday, I shall be here, 7pm, tonight, with a violin, ready for musical action. Come along and request tunes, suggest a theme, guess when the toothbrush will grace us with its presence, and generate join in the fun! Looking forward to seeing you very soon! Best wishes, Adrian (resident musician at Harefield Hospital)

30/07/2026

NO MUSIC SESSION TONIGHT!!!
EXTREMELY late notice - sincere apologies. Adrian here. This week’s music session will happen TOMORROW night, at 7pm. That’s Friday 31st July. Hope to see you then, and once again, sorry for the ridiculously late notice. Thanks for your understanding! Best wishes, Adrian

24/07/2026

A special shout-out and heartfelt thank you to James Bramley, who has brought the beautiful sounds of the theorbo and Baroque guitar to the Royal Brompton Hospital on many occasions over the years.

His performances have been a source of joy and calm for so many patients, families, and staff, and we’re incredibly grateful for the time, talent, and generosity he has shared with our hospital community. 🎶💙

23/07/2026

MUSIC SESSION 7pm TONIGHT!
Late message again - apologies.. Adrian Garratt here, resident Healthcare Musician at Harefield Hospital. I’ll be here on Facebook, playing music live tonight at 7pm. Welcoming YOU to join me and others, to chat and listen to some of the world’s finest music, of YOUR choice! Come along and be a part of it! See you at 7pm! Best wishes, Adrian