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4 Non-Musical Ways to Use the Drum

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This has been my busiest summer yet as a music therapist, and mostly because of the newest addition to the family, little J. Though this leaves less “me” time in my week, I am loving all of the “we” time which … Continue reading

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Have You Considered Group #MusicTherapy? Check Out the Benefits!

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Just as other therapies, music therapy can be offered individually or with a group of people. Though individual therapy is great and is designed specifically for the individual being treated, groups offer some great advantages. Music therapy groups can be provided for many … Continue reading

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Let’s Play with Rhythm Sticks!

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This week I’m featuring the rhythm sticks! I love these instruments especially for groups due to the fact that they are inexpensive, compact, easy to clean and easy to play. Adaptations can also be easily made for those who cannot traditionally play … Continue reading

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#MusicTherapy and #SocialSkills… 4 Reasons Why They Are A Perfect Match

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Social skills are an area of interest for many therapists and their clients. Not only are social skills a vital area of development for children, adults may still be working on developing these skills as well. In later years, or perhaps in … Continue reading

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#ThursdayTherapyTune… The Ding-a-Ling Song featuring the Triangle

The song of the day is “My Ding-a-Ling” as performed most famously by Chuck Berry. If you have heard this Oldie Goldie, you may have thought to yourself “I would be the worst therapist in the world to teach this … Continue reading

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#ThursdayTherapyTune: Sing a Song!

Here is a great song for working on speech production! In continuing the singing theme this week I just couldn’t pass up this song! It is wonderful for speech (especially with children) and can be adapted to meet your therapy … Continue reading

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Now Accepting New Clients!

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We are happy to announce that as of RIGHT NOW we are accepting new clients! If you haven’t considered music therapy before, now may be the perfect time! All music therapy sessions are facilitated by Leslie Jones, MMT, MT-BC who … Continue reading

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What Can the Kazoo Do for You?

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When was the last time you played a kazoo? Or for that matter even saw a kazoo?! This simple instrument  (most often made of plastic and no more than 1$ in cost) has a wide variety of uses. It can … Continue reading

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Adapted Music Lessons Now Available!!

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 We are now offering private piano and guitar lessons! Leslie Jones, MMT, MT-BC has been providing adaptive lessons for children with disabilities since 2005. Lessons are tailored specifically to maximize your child’s success based off of their current strengths and … Continue reading

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Songs for Speech… Let’s start with the ABCs!

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For years I have been collecting and writing songs that can be used to encourage various sounds of the alphabet when working with younger children. Many of the children I work with LOVE to sing and have improved articulation from … Continue reading

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