It has only been a year
  since 13-year-old Sam
  lost his sight completely
  and had to have one
  eye removed. Although
  he has been blind in the
  other eye since birth,
  this was very sudden.
  The same week that he
  lost his eye, he told his
  mother that he would
  like to learn to play the
  drums and, from that
  moment on, his mind
  was set.

Sam was thrilled to begin weekly drum lessons at school, and even more overjoyed when an AMBER Music Award allowed him to buy his own drum kit. Without AMBER, this would have been impossible as he has five other siblings, one of whom is autistic, and both his parents are both full-time carers. His drumming has provided him with a great sense of achievement. He loves to practice every day and enjoys showing his friends his new skill.

Sam listens to music and tries to copy the beats, and is giving his whole family lessons on how to play the drums properly. This has really boosted his self-confidence, as well as giving him time on his own, time for him, with no medical problems to think about.