Enriching lives through participation in music
We enjoyed celebrating our Pearl 30th Anniversary in 2024, and we are proud to share a publication that compiles all of the stories we shared throughout the year! As you read, watch for clickable QR codes to learn more!
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From the beginning, West Music has been dedicated to harnessing the benefits of music to enrich lives, and our music therapy program is at the heart of this commitment.Music has always been recognized as a powerful holistic means for healing and well-being. Music therapy is a discipline that merges...
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As Kelly finds herself with one foot in the clinical music therapy world, and one foot in the Ph.D. world, she has been pondering what to write about. As she reflected, she realized that she has been talking to a lot of the music therapy students about functional items...
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Happy Fall! ‘Tis the season for leaves changing, cooler weather, scary movies, candy, and trick-or-treating for Halloween! Whether your Halloween costume is something fun or spooky, there are common monsters anyone would be afraid to see. Brainstorm some of those creatures then try out the template below to the...
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Have you heard that cottage cheese is gaining popularity again? Well, in Lucy's music therapy sessions, the Suzuki Qchord is gaining popularity recently, too! In fact, two families she sees have purchased their own Qchord after interacting with one in a music therapy session! Read on as therapist Lucy...
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As a music therapist with two school aged children who just finished up their 4th grade and 4-year-old preschool school year and will be home for the summer, therapist Kelly finds herself with a lot of kid time on her hands, particularly because she also just completed her first...
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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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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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