'Amazing' that Ed Sheeran's foundation expanding to island of Ireland
The Ed Sheeran Foundation is initially funding North South Sounds 2026, which is bringing 50 young musicians from Belfast and Cork together.
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"it was 'amazing' that Sheeran was backing grassroots music in the cities."
— Chelsea Andrews , Celebrity
"Every child should have the opportunity to learn and take part in music, and we're continuing our work to help make that a reality."
— Ed Sheeran , Celebrity
"We've been getting them to improvise music together, they all met each other for the first time on Monday."
— Cheylene Murphy , Celebrity
Key People
Chelsea Andrews is a youth engagement manager at the Oh Yeah Centre and a member of the band GUSH.
Cheylene Murphy is a musician from the band Beauty Sleep who leads workshops with young musicians in Belfast.
Ed Sheeran is an English singer-songwriter known for his hit songs across various genres.
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The Ed Sheeran Foundation is initially funding North South Sounds 2026, which is bringing 50 young musicians from Belfast and Cork together.
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