Add unique fun to your sessions by incorporating musical games! Popular games and shows can be changed to focus on musical subjects. Not only are they fun, but they can also address goals such as group cohesion, communication, socialization, and cognition. Here are some ideas of musical games you...
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Well, it's finally spring! “Weather” or not it feels like it is always debatable, but our therapists find it a great time of year to sing about nature. That might be rain, frogs, flowers, seeds, etc.One therapist finds that the kids she works with really enjoy using the rainbow streamers...
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Part 4: Monitoring & Communicating ProgressNote: This is the final installment of a four-part blog series. Four the first 3 installments, click the links below.Part 1: The IndividualPart 2: Setting ExpectationsPart 3: EngagementWe have discussed that every student is unique, and every student’s progress is also individual. When teaching...
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March is here! That means the days are longer, the weather's getting a little warmer, the snow is melting faster, and St. Patrick's day is among us! In preparation for St. Patrick's Day, one of our therapist shares some favorite ways to reference this celebration in sessions: In the hospice...
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As Valentine's Day is nearing, one of our therapists shares how familiar love songs can have a positive impact around Valentine's Day! Valentine’s Day is surrounding us as we go into stores. We see chocolate, flowers, cards, and of course the classic colors of red and pink. One of my...
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As 2022 draws to a close, our music therapy team has taken time to reflect on some memorable experiences shared with clients this year. Read some of these highlights below! Did you have a powerful music therapy experience this year? Tell us about it! Email musictherapyservices@westmusic.com!One of my students did so...
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As winter holidays approach most often traditions become a popular topic. Traditions may take place with work, family, or friends. I like to have clients share what their favorite traditions are during the winter through songwriting. Traditions could be sledding, buying presents, drinking hot chocolate, baking, watching holiday movies,...
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With Thanksgiving approaching this month, the song example below demonstrates how gratitude songs can be personalized to express what YOU are thankful for this November. Fill in the blanks to create your very own version of this song of Thanksgiving. When you’ve written your lyrics, you can sing your song...
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Ever since I was little girl sitting on my mom’s lap as she played the piano flawlessly, music spoke to me. As a teenager, the way music spoke to me only grew more and more. I remember hearing a song on the radio that said exactly what I was...
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To fulfill their educational requirements, all music therapists must complete an internship. West Music has a internship program that offers a 6-month internship to music therapy students. Siena, our current intern, is almost halfway through her time at West Music, and has much insight to share from her experience...
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