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"Music is an explosive expression
of humanity. It's something we are all touched by, no
matter what culture we're from."
-Billy Joel
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Valley
Music Therapy offers a variety of programs for special
needs groups, wellness, corporate functions, special events,
and more. Below are some examples. We can always create
and customize a program to fit your needs.
ASPERGERS GROUPS
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(pdf)
EARLY INTERVENTION GROUPS
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(pdf)
BIRTHDAY PARTIES
Valley Music Therapy provides "therapeutic
entertainment" for parties of individuals with special
needs. Those with developmental disabilities and their
peers/family/friends will enjoy active music-making activities
as part of the celebration.
DRUM CIRCLES
What is a Community Drum
Circle?
A drum circle is a huge jam session. The goal is not precision
or perfection, but is built on cooperation in the groove.
The Community Drum Circle uses rhythm to unite people
and celebrate life. Participants synchronize their heartbeats,
experiencing a rhythmic massage and emotional release.
It is an energy-charged event that is both enjoyable and
therapeutic.
BENFITS OF DRUMMING:
• Enhances mind, body and spirit; offers creative
expression, brings people together, and reduces
stress. Plus, it's just plain fun!
• Strengthens the immune system—gets the heart
pounding and blood pumping.
• Releases endorphins, enhancing the brain's pleasure
centers.
• Enhances theta-wave production and brain wave synchronization.
• Re-establishes balance in opiod and serotonergic
systems.
• Increases DHEA-to-cortisol ratios, NK cell activity
and LAK cell activity.
• Attenuates and/or reverses specific neuroendocrine
and neuroimmune patterns of modulation
associated with the classic stress response.
• Promotes emotional release and expression.
• Provides a context for communication, especially
with issues of anger, fear, guilt, denial, depression,
and loneliness.
• Promotes healing of emotional trauma, forgiveness
and release of guilt.
• Reduces feelings of alienation and isolation.
• Increases self-awareness, self-esteem, and self-assessment.
• Provides reinforcement and empowerment for personal
change.
• Increases alteration of consciousness and experiences
of transcendence.
• Promotes spiritual awakening.
• Provides a connection with others; community healing,
bonding and trust.
• Energizes...and relaxes.
Make drumming part of your personal prescription for wellness.
No musical skill necessary...bring only your heartbeat
and hands!
(Valley Music Therapy-facilitated drum circles
incorporate the philosophy and training of Remo-endorsed
programs, including Health Rhythms and Wellness Through
Rhythm.)
Menu of Wellness Programs
COMMUNITY OR CORPORATE DRUM CIRCLES
Use rhythm to connect with friends/strangers/co-workers
and celebrate life. Participants synchronize their heartbeats,
experiencing a rhythmic massage and emotional release.
This is an energy-charged event that is enjoyable, therapeutic,
and uniting.
SOUND CONNECTIONS
Get in tune with your chakras—the energy centers
of your body. Learn toning and humming techniques to connect
with your body and emotions. Explore and create healing
sounds, and find your internal rhythms for relaxation,
stimulation, rejuvenation, and release.
MUSIKALEIDOSCOPE (Children)
A lively combination of music-making and music-learning
activities celebrating art, nature, animals and world
cultures...including singing, instrument playing, instrument
making, rhythm and drumming, musical stories, musical
games, drawing to music, movement, imagery, listening,
songwriting, creative self-expression, music-based discussion,
improvisation, and sound exploration.
MUSICAFE (Adults)
A lively combination of music-making and music-learning
activities, including singing, instrument playing and
making, vocal percussion, creative self-expression, music-based
discussion, drawing to music, movement, imagery, musical
games, listening, relaxation/stress reduction, songwriting,
and sound exploration.
SING-ALONG
There's nothing like a good old-fashioned sing-along to
bring friends and family together. Join in the singing—or
just listen to some of your favorite tunes and let the
reminiscing begin!
RELAXING RHYTHMS
Calm the body and mind with music-based relaxation and
stress reduction.
MUSIC FOR THE HEALING HEART
Music can play an important role in the grief process,
whether you're mourning a loved one, dealing with the
news of an illness, or feeling isolated, lonely, or just
plain down. Experience an emotional release and sense
of comfort through music in a safe and caring environment.
MUSIC-MINDED
This series of lectures and experiences brings a new music
topic to light from music's effects on the brain and body
to little-known facts about your favorite composer.
MUSICAL MELTING POT
Celebrate the many genres of music from around the world.
Learn about how music functions in other cultures and
its influences on western civilization today.
SONGWRITING WORKSHOPS
Whether you've already written poetry, lyrics, etc., or
you're starting from random thoughts and stream of consciousness,
we'll help you set it to music and create an original
song.
INSTRUMENT-MAKING WORKSHOPS
This fun group activity brings creativity and crafting
together. Make drums, rainsticks, shakers, etc. and enjoy
your new creation in an informal rhythm ensemble.
Contact us for rates and additional
information.
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