What Prison Governers & other staff say

"I don't do treats for cheats. If I didn't believe this (Good Vibrations) was about reducing re-offending, I wouldn't be doing it."

Prison Governor

"It was good seeing people, who in the past have been obstructive and difficult, be interested and involved and demonstrated appropriate behaviour throughout the day."

Prison Officer

"Our most difficult and disruptive learner waited patiently for his turn to play even though he was clearly frustrated being told to wait."

Staff Member

"Even though I was personally interested, I was sceptical that this would be a success. I was surprised when it went so well."

Prison Officer

"The participants increased their self esteem, enjoyment, team building, work ethic and listening skills."

Head of Learning and Skills

"It amazes me how a group of people who've never seen each other before come together at the beginning of the week and perform such quality by Friday morning... A number of disparate people into an orchestra. (They) have demonstrated a capacity for rapid learning, talent and teamwork."

Head of Learning and Skills

"Knowing the prisoners, seeing them interact with each other alone was outstanding. There were really no prejudices and everyone treated each other equally."

Prison Officer

"Their concentration is phenomenal... it is, isn't it? Look how they're looking at each other - (look at the) co-ordination."

Secure Hospital Nursing Staff

"I think the prisoners have overcome personal boundaries with each other and really come together as a team."

Prison Officer

"Once again, the (Good Vibrations) project has been very successful and achieved its desired outcome."

Prison Officer

"(The course can) inspire individuals to celebrate diversity and to encourage prisons to participate in learning new skills and boosting self esteem."

Race Equality Officer

"Gamelan is the best project we have here. It's a foundation for prisoners who are the most vulnerable or unwilling to take part in anything else."

Senior Officer

"The detainees here have not seen anything like this nor had the staff, so it was great to be able to offer an alternative and to truly inspire both detainees and staff."

Senior Officer, Immigration Removal Centre