Why Study This Course?
In this workshop learners will be encouraged to express themselves, verbally or non-verbally, and celebrating their lives, experienced and their memories.
Everyone, regardless of physical disability or cognitive impairment, has the ability to respond to, and express themselves through music.
There will be a variety of instruments used in the sessions including tuned and un-tuned percussion which can all be played instinctively without prior knowledge.
There are easy grip beaters available and adjustable instrument stands for those with mobility issues.
Everyone, regardless of physical disability or cognitive impairment, has the ability to respond to, and express themselves through music.
Verbal and non-verbal responses and interactions are respected and acknowledged and will allow the music therapist to get to know the participants? individuality.
Song choices during the sessions will reflect the age, race and ethnicity of the participants and requests for songs will be welcomed wherever possible.