Category Archives: Song Lists

Fall Favorites to Sing with Older Adults

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Fall is here and soon the leaves will be falling! I love this time of year and have been collecting various “Fall Time” songs to use with groups since I was an undergrad  years ago. Whether you are wanting to … Continue reading

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12 Perfect Songs for the Ukulele

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Not one…not two… you get 12 Thursday Therapy Tunes this week! Summer is coming at us fast and that means it’s time to pull out the ukuleles! Though they are fun to use any time of year, I usually don’t spend … Continue reading

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Thursday Therapy “Thanksgiving” Tunes: Food Favorites!

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Thanksgiving is right around the corner and that means it is time for two things: Giving Thanks and Food! Today’s post is focused on the latter. There are numerous songs about food, but when it comes to Thanksgiving these are definitely … Continue reading

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Beyond the Monster Mash: The Ultimate Halloween Song List!

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If you are wondering what songs to use for your Halloween fun look no further! From the 1900s up to the present, these hit songs cover a wide range of Halloween topics and musical genres. Zombies, Witches, Werewolves and more, … Continue reading

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The Best “Moon” Songs to Sing with #OlderAdults

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There have been so many different types of moons this year! With super moons over the summer, the harvest moon in September, and the most recent blood moon this week, it got me in the mood to sing songs all about … Continue reading

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10 “Baby” Songs to Sing to Your Baby

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All babies love the sound of their parents’ voices, especially when they sing. Even if you don’t view yourself as the best singer, don’t let that stop you from serenading your little one…trust me they will think you are a … Continue reading

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Dance Songs to Make You Jump!

Who’s ready to jump around?! Here are some great dance songs that encourage the act of jumping. Whether you decide to adapt the lyrics and make the song your own or put on the recording and go, I guarantee that … Continue reading

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9 Perfect Songs for #Whistling! #ThursdayTherapyTune (s)

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Whistling is an excellent way to exercise oral motor muscles and can in turn help with speech production. Many music therapists use whistling and playing oral motor instruments, in addition with singing, to help our clients with speech production or … Continue reading

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Egg Shaker Songs for Kids!

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Today’s post features two children songs that are great for using with egg shakers! These two songs come from The Laurie Berkner Band, and I love to use them with my children groups. If you haven’t heard of them, make … Continue reading

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8 Songs to Get You Shaking! #ThursdayTherapyTune (s)

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Whether you are shaking maracas, tambourines or what your mama gave you, these songs are excellent for getting you in the shaking mood. Though I must advise caution with the last 3, as the lyrics are not the most appropriate … Continue reading

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