I Can Show You How To Play – A New Instrument Playing Song

“I Can Show You How To Play” is my new song for instrument playing.  It gives children the opportunity to work on impulse control, following directions, naming body parts, playing rhythmically, respond to questions, and much more! I have loved using this song in the Listen & Learn Music Group I’ve been doing on Tuesdays. I hope you enjoy this song just as much as they have! Read More

You Are My Dear One – A New Lullaby

It has been WAY too long since I’ve posted a new song!  I am so excited about the next couple songs I’m releasing!  I wrote these songs in preparation for music group I have been doing with children ages 18 months – 3 years and their caregivers. The following song is meant to encourage a loving moment between parents and their children.  This is a quiet lullaby you can sing with your child at home while cuddling or rocking them too sleep. Enjoy! Read More

Children’s Music Class

There are so many exciting things happening right now!  With the regional music therapy conference this weekend, the potential for two new groups next week, and my expanded hours at the hospital, I am definitely keeping busy! The park district in Lincoln, Illinois has agreed to have me host a music groups for younger children (ages 0-4) and their caregivers as well as songwriting and recording group for homeschool children (ages 7-12). If you know anyone in the area interested in making music, having fun, and learning new things, we would love to have them be a part of the experience!  Below are the fliers for the group along with a news article and links where you can learn more! Groups start April 2nd so SIGN UP NOW!!! http://www.onagoodnote.net/classes/ http://logancountyherald.com/454/69960/a/music-classes-being-offered-at-the-park-district   Read More

Vlog – Songs and Tips for Music Therapy with Spanish Speaking Clients

I am so excited to share my first vlog today!  I had so much fun recording this that there will definitely be another one at some point soon! All week, I have been sharing ideas on the blog (www.onagoodnote.net/blog) on how to successfully incorporate Spanish into your music therapy session when you don’t speak the language.  In this (first) vlog post I share a couple tips and two simple songs you can use in your music therapy sessions!     Read More

We Are… Songwriters

If you have spent any time on my blog or follow me on facebook, twitter, or pinterest, then you certainly know that I love song writing!   Like many music therapists, I write several of the songs that I use in individual and group music therapy sessions.  These songs are written to address the specific needs of my client, but can be used with other individuals as well! Instead of writing a lengthy post about my song writing process, I thought it would be a appropriate to share a NEW song with all of you!  Happy Listening!   Hey! How Are You Today? by On A Good Note Read More