A Macclesfield Hospital consultant is bringing together colleagues, musicians, and the local community for a night of live music in support of East Cheshire NHS Charity.
Jochen Fischer, Consultant Orthopaedic and Upper Limb Surgeon, is swapping scrubs for drumsticks as he leads his band, the Imperial Bees, in a special fundraising event at Broken Cross Social Club this September.
Jochen said: “We're thrilled to be organising this event and to support such an important cause.
“East Cheshire NHS Charity plays a crucial role in supporting our local healthcare services to help them go above and beyond for patients, families and staff.
“I’d encourage the community to get involved and attend this event as it's a fantastic opportunity to enjoy live music while making a meaningful contribution."
The event, titled ‘An Evening of Rock Music’, will also feature support from fellow Macclesfield-based band The Filters, promising an eclectic mix of melodic groove rock and high-energy performances, and all funds raised going towards improving patient experience and staff wellbeing.
Formed during the pandemic, the three-piece band—made up of Jochen, his wife and guitarist Sabine, and fellow guitarist Joe Wolverson—has grown into a creative outlet and one of Macclesfield’s most intriguing bands.
Taking place on Sunday 7th September, tickets are priced at £18, including food from Henry’s Café. Doors open at 5.30pm, with music starting at 6pm.
To purchase your ticket, please click here. [Charity Rock Music Event Tickets | Sunday 07 September 2025 at 18:00]
You can also support Jochen’s cause by donating via his Just Giving page here.[ Jochen Fischer is fundraising for East Cheshire NHS Trust Charitable Fund]
To get involved in fundraising for East Cheshire NHS Charity, as an individual, group or workplace, get in touch with the fundraising team by emailing ecn-tr.ecnhscharity@nhs.net or by clicking here.
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- For further information about East Cheshire NHS Trust, contact the Trust press office on 01625 663935.
- East Cheshire NHS Trust is the main provider of acute and community health services for people across East Cheshire. The Trust is based at Macclesfield District General Hospital and also manages Congleton War Memorial Hospital and Knutsford and District Community Hospital.
- Follow East Cheshire NHS Trust on Twitter for all the latest news: @EastCheshireNHS
- East Cheshire NHS Charity goes above and beyond standard Government funding to make your local NHS that extra special. From supporting staff health and wellbeing to providing toys to brighten up our young patients’ days to making long stay patients feel more at home – our mission is to make a visible difference. You can make a donation to the charity on JustGiving here.
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