WELCOME

2024 is our 30th Anniversary!

Your support and caring has made this milestone possible, and we are deeply grateful.

Read more to learn about our mission, history, and ways to get involved!

In 1994 in Cambridge MA, founding musicians Mark Irwin and Theresa Thompson (also a psychotherapist) planted the seed for Tunefoolery - musicians in mental health recovery who play and practice together, and perform for others. From four musicians and 15 performances in year one, Tunefoolery plays 300 concerts a year, and is over 60 members strong.

Featured in the Harvard Public Health magazine, Tunefoolery helped musician Joy Chesna find her voice and shares how music helped her through.

Tunefoolery musicians play and share their inspiring perspectives on being in Tunefoolery and
their musical journeys.

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Join Our Community

We are always looking for new musicians!

“Joining Tunefoolery has been a big boost for my confidence. It’s been a chance to hang out with other musicians. Our talents rise above any kind of disability. I like that.”

Ramblin' Dan, Tunefoolery Musician

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BOOKINGS

We are always looking to perform!

“The increased skills and professionalism make for greater self-esteem and a stronger identity as a competent, artistic, actualized individual with innate gifts to share with the world.”

Jeff Fisher, Tunefoolery Musician

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Upcoming Events

30th Anniversary concert

2024 marks our 30th anniversary, and the Longwood Symphony Orchestra’s upcoming concert on December 7th - featuring the amazing Australian guitarist brothers Ziggy & Miles - is a benefit for Tunefoolery and will be an evening to remember. To learn how to attend this musical celebration and support Tunefoolery in the process, visit the concert website to purchase tickets.

Tunefoolery is grateful to our sponsors for this event!

Linda Chin

Eastern Bank Foundation

Jack Eiferman and Fern Fisher

Alison Roberts and Theo Forbath

Weiqun (Rachel) Yang and Haoming (Harry) Huang