Expression and Exploration: Adventures in Music
OPEN HOUSE! ~ March 6, 2010
3pm – 6pm
K-W Kindermusik Studio – 900 Guelph St., Unit 304, (lower level), Kitchener, ON
Come and experience the activities and excitement first hand! This exciting new program is designed for 7 to 9-year-olds looking to discover music through creative hands-on activities. No previous musical training is required, just a sense of curiosity.
Benefits: This program is designed to give your child the opportunity to enhance their creativity, increase their attention span, develop confidence, and so much more.
Activities: In this program, children will explore musical elements such as pitch, melody, form, dynamics, timbre, texture, and orchestration. Instrument-making workshops, solo and group playing, group improvisations, movement activities, and musical games are all on the agenda!
What makes this program unique?
• It is designed and run by university-trained music therapists who have an excellent background in music and psychology
• Music is made more accessible by being broken down into musical elements
• Creativity and exploration are the focus rather than musical skill
• Activities are designed to suit many styles of learning
Come on out and join us for some fun and creativity through music!
Monday, March 1, 2010
Thursday, February 18, 2010
Let's Make Music Together!
Through the ages parents have used music to sing their children to sleep and to ease pain and distress. It soothes, it comforts, it motivates, it inspires, and it connects us. Music has been used to bring communities together, to celebrate, to mourn, to share, and to learn.
Music has changed from what it once was. Thanks to modern technology, music is everywhere. It is used to create moods in the movies we watch, influence our buying habits while shopping, and we now have music on our phones, in our car, and through our iPods.
But when was the last time you gathered around a piano to sing together with friends or family? The true benefits of music lie in its creation. The making of music together is where we see the greatest benefit. For many of us, these are memories from years ago. Making music together was once a form of family entertainment. It was used to unify and motivate soldiers in battle. It was the central focus and reason for social gatherings and outings. Now it simply seems to be one more thing on our children’s activity schedule, or just something we listen to.
As a Music Therapist I encourage children and adults alike to tap into their creativity and imagination. Music has a richness that is accessible to people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities. It gives us a safe and positive way to express ourselves, build confidence, and explore feelings and emotions. It allows us to connect and communicate with one another free from the confines of words and dialogue. The effects of music on brain development and learning have been well researched and documented. It’s the reason we at Expressions Music Therapy Services believe in programs such as Kindermusik and Adventures in Music, a fun and stimulating program designed to give your child the opportunity to enhance their creativity, increase their attention span, develop confidence, and so much more.
Expressions Music Therapy Services provides music therapy in many group homes, long term care homes, and private sessions throughout the region. They use our services because we provide individualized programs to enhance well being, and encourage participation, interaction, and self-expression.
We need to come together as families and as communities to reconnect with ourselves and with each other. For more information about Music Therapy or making music together, please contact us. Tap into your inner musical child and have fun!
www.expressionsmusictherapy.com
Music has changed from what it once was. Thanks to modern technology, music is everywhere. It is used to create moods in the movies we watch, influence our buying habits while shopping, and we now have music on our phones, in our car, and through our iPods.
But when was the last time you gathered around a piano to sing together with friends or family? The true benefits of music lie in its creation. The making of music together is where we see the greatest benefit. For many of us, these are memories from years ago. Making music together was once a form of family entertainment. It was used to unify and motivate soldiers in battle. It was the central focus and reason for social gatherings and outings. Now it simply seems to be one more thing on our children’s activity schedule, or just something we listen to.
As a Music Therapist I encourage children and adults alike to tap into their creativity and imagination. Music has a richness that is accessible to people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities. It gives us a safe and positive way to express ourselves, build confidence, and explore feelings and emotions. It allows us to connect and communicate with one another free from the confines of words and dialogue. The effects of music on brain development and learning have been well researched and documented. It’s the reason we at Expressions Music Therapy Services believe in programs such as Kindermusik and Adventures in Music, a fun and stimulating program designed to give your child the opportunity to enhance their creativity, increase their attention span, develop confidence, and so much more.
Expressions Music Therapy Services provides music therapy in many group homes, long term care homes, and private sessions throughout the region. They use our services because we provide individualized programs to enhance well being, and encourage participation, interaction, and self-expression.
We need to come together as families and as communities to reconnect with ourselves and with each other. For more information about Music Therapy or making music together, please contact us. Tap into your inner musical child and have fun!
www.expressionsmusictherapy.com
Monday, February 15, 2010
Expression and Exploration: Adventures in Music
This exciting new program is designed for 7 to 9-year-olds looking to discover music through creative hands-on activities. No previous musical training is required, just a sense of curiosity. Your child will be given the opportunity to explore their musical skills and strengths at their own pace and within their own learning style.
Developed by University-trained Music Therapists this program is designed to give your child the opportunity to enhance their creativity, increase their attention span, develop confidence, and so much more!
March Break Camp ~ March 15 – 19: 9am - 12am
Summer Camps ~ July 12 – 16: 1pm - 4pm -or- August 9 – 12: 9am – 12am
Enrolment: $160 + GST Limited spaces available. Register today!
For more information please Contact Us!
Developed by University-trained Music Therapists this program is designed to give your child the opportunity to enhance their creativity, increase their attention span, develop confidence, and so much more!
March Break Camp ~ March 15 – 19: 9am - 12am
Summer Camps ~ July 12 – 16: 1pm - 4pm -or- August 9 – 12: 9am – 12am
Enrolment: $160 + GST Limited spaces available. Register today!
For more information please Contact Us!
Saturday, January 23, 2010
Music Therapy with Seniors
There's something special about working with seniors. Is it their forgiving nature, their desire for interaction and companionship, or is it their life experience
and understanding? When I visit with seniors I feel a deep connection and closeness. I generally find that seniors are genuinely appreciative of your time and companionship
and whatever you have to offer. Whether visiting someone who is fighting with declining physical health, or someone who is in the late stages of dementia, I always seem to
receive a warm welcome and my time and interaction seems to brighten their day, as much as the warmth and response brightens mine.
Whether are engaged in making music together using the guitar, a drum, a tambourine, or some maracas, or I am doing the singing and there is someone relaxing and listening to my song
there is always something for both of us to take away from the session. Music is such a powerful tool when working with seniors. It is a source of relaxation and reminiscence, it is a motivator
that encourages movement, and it allows for a level of interaction and socialization that is accessible to everyone no matter what their background, health, mental state, or abilities.
Working with seniors is such an important part of my life as a Music Therapist. Whether their responses are big or small, I always know that I have made a difference.
For more information on Music Therapy in Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge, and Guelph, please visit www.expressionsmusictherapy.com
and understanding? When I visit with seniors I feel a deep connection and closeness. I generally find that seniors are genuinely appreciative of your time and companionship
and whatever you have to offer. Whether visiting someone who is fighting with declining physical health, or someone who is in the late stages of dementia, I always seem to
receive a warm welcome and my time and interaction seems to brighten their day, as much as the warmth and response brightens mine.
Whether are engaged in making music together using the guitar, a drum, a tambourine, or some maracas, or I am doing the singing and there is someone relaxing and listening to my song
there is always something for both of us to take away from the session. Music is such a powerful tool when working with seniors. It is a source of relaxation and reminiscence, it is a motivator
that encourages movement, and it allows for a level of interaction and socialization that is accessible to everyone no matter what their background, health, mental state, or abilities.
Working with seniors is such an important part of my life as a Music Therapist. Whether their responses are big or small, I always know that I have made a difference.
For more information on Music Therapy in Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge, and Guelph, please visit www.expressionsmusictherapy.com
Monday, January 4, 2010
March Break and Summer Camps coming to EMTS!
Expression and Exploration: Adventures in Music
March Break Camp and Summer Camps
This exciting new program is designed for 7 to 9-year-olds looking to discover music through creative hands-on activities. No previous musical training is required, just a sense of curiosity. In this program, children will explore musical elements such as pitch, melody, form, dynamics, timbre, texture, and orchestration. Instrument-making workshops, solo and group playing, group improvisations, movement activities, and musical games are all on the agenda! While engaging in fun and stimulating activities, your child can enhance their creativity, increase their attention span, develop social skills, increase fine-motor coordination, develop confidence, enhance their cognitive development and stretch their imagination.
Dates and Locations to be announced....... please check back soon!
For more information please Contact Us
March Break Camp and Summer Camps
This exciting new program is designed for 7 to 9-year-olds looking to discover music through creative hands-on activities. No previous musical training is required, just a sense of curiosity. In this program, children will explore musical elements such as pitch, melody, form, dynamics, timbre, texture, and orchestration. Instrument-making workshops, solo and group playing, group improvisations, movement activities, and musical games are all on the agenda! While engaging in fun and stimulating activities, your child can enhance their creativity, increase their attention span, develop social skills, increase fine-motor coordination, develop confidence, enhance their cognitive development and stretch their imagination.
Dates and Locations to be announced....... please check back soon!
For more information please Contact Us
New Classes Starting February!
Expression and Exploration: Adventures in Music
This exciting new 12 week program is designed for 7 to 9-year-olds looking to discover music through creative hands-on activities. No previous musical training is required, just a sense of curiosity. In this program, children will explore musical elements such as pitch, melody, form, dynamics, timbre, texture, and orchestration. Instrument-making workshops, solo and group playing, group improvisations, movement activities, and musical games are all on the agenda! While engaging in fun and stimulating activities, your child can enhance their creativity, increase their attention span, develop social skills, increase fine-motor coordination, develop confidence, enhance their cognitive development and stretch their imagination.
Mondays @ 4:00 - KW Kindermusik, 900 Guelph St., Unit 304 (lower level) *Starts Feb. 15, 2010
Tuesdays @ 4:00 – Roberts Centre of Integrative Medicine, 1322 Sawmill Rd., Waterloo *Starts Feb. 16, 2010
Thursdays @ 6:00 - Cambridge Kindermusik, 2-180 Sheldon Dr., Cambridge, *Starts Feb. 18, 2010
www.expressionsmusictherapy.com
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)
