Enriching lives through participation in music
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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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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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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As one of our therapists was preparing for a recent singalong for an adapted choir, she realized the date would be 7/11! When planning any kind of session in the summer, it’s easy to fall back on typical themes like sun/heat, vacation, beach, water, and summer foods. But this...
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What Thanksgiving traditions are your favorites? Seeing family and friends? The meal? The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade? Watching football? You probably don't immediately think of the SONGS as a favorite tradition. Maybe the only Thanksgiving song you know is "Over the River and Through the Woods." However, many songs about...
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Spring is here! And with it comes a plethora of songs and activities! Flowers, birds, and my favorite: Sunshine! Think about how many songs you know that have the word “sun” or “sunshine” or “sunny” in the title alone! Here are the first ones that come to my mind: You...
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2020 has been a year of uncertainty and change in a plethora of ways. However, one thing that has remained true is the importance of remaining connected with our loved ones. While this has become more challenging due to physical distancing measures, it is simultaneously more important than ever...
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