I Feel Like Dancing
I was very pleased when I received the email from my editor that this issue is about music, dance and movement. Although I usually write about organizing, I wanted to...
Category: Music & Movement
Clean Up! Clean Up! Everybody Everywhere
Clean Up! I walked into my 18 year old son’s room the other day, and after tripping over his football gear and laundry, I said, “How can you study and...
Making Music with Your Child – Fun Activities for Motor Skill Development
We all know that kids love music. It is one of the most fun, enriching and motivating experiences for them. But do you know how to harness the power of...
Can You Do the CAN CAN?
CAN CAN Song After a holiday party, there might be an excess of empty aluminum cans. It’s just the right material for a fun game. So, before you bundle the...
How playing an instrument benefits your brain
When you listen to music, multiple areas of your brain become engaged and
How to Use Music to Bond with Your Child and Help Them Reach Developmental Goals
Music. Does your child enjoy it? I am guessing that the answer is, “Yes, my child loves music!” My next question is, “How are you using music to bond with...
Feeding the Hungry Brain With Music
Music is an amazing communication tool. No matter what language you speak or whether you can communicate verbally at all
Emerging Through Autism Through Jewish Music
The beginning: My journey in Jewish music (I’m a “newbie” Cantorial Soloist, songleader and teacher) began after our middle son, Evan, was diagnosed with High Functioning Autism, and was singularly...
Music Is Feeling
Music Is Feeling Riley sits cross-legged on the floor, banging a big, round drum. It’s the beginning of his music therapy session with Noreen Donnell, Clinical Director of Music Therapy...
Healing with Music
One thing that has always worked with calming my oldest daughter Jaimie—or giving her nervous system the little boost it needs—has been music. Music is a fantastic tool because
