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3 Reasons to Attend Music Makers Camp

May 16, 2019 by CJ Shiloh Leave a Comment

AMT’s creative arts summer camp is BACK for the 4th year in a row, and we’re thrilled to offer sessions in June (6/24-6/28) & August (8/19-8/23) this summer. Our inclusive summer camps center around a core theme for the week and are designed for children ages 6-12. Learn what makes our Music Makers Camp different from other programs–other than the fact that it’s just an absolute blast for campers & therapists alike!

  1. We’re the only area camp led by board certified music therapists. This year, our camp program is led by Zoe Levine, MT-BC, an absolutely amazing school-based music therapist. She’ll be assisted by college music therapy interns, music therapy students from nearby universities, and high school students preparing to pursue a degree in music therapy. Our staff receives training from our team of music therapists, and are here because they truly love children and believe in our camp philosophy. Each MT-BC or MT-BC in training will be paired with a child to provide 1:1 support throughout the camp week.
  2. Our camp is truly inclusive. We welcome campers ages 6-12 with a range of abilities, but we also love having neurotypical siblings and friends join us for the week! Our music therapists love adapting interventions to meet the needs of all campers, and approach planning with each camper’s unique personalities in mind.
  3. Your child will be immersed in creative arts experiences. Each day, campers will have the opportunity to engage in music therapy groups, art projects, movement activities, and self-regulation interventions. Every experience is designed with developmental and educational goals in mind, and center on daily themes to promote understanding.

We’d love to talk with you soon to see if our Music Makers Camp is a good fit for your child. Limited spaces remain in our June & August groups, so don’t wait to register!

Learn more & register for camp.

Filed Under: AMT Team, Music Therapy, Summer Camp Tagged With: Inclusive, Programs, Summer Camp

All About AMT’s Intergenerational Groups

March 12, 2019 by CJ Shiloh Leave a Comment

Have you heard about our unique intergenerational music programs in Anne Arundel County? We are proud to offer the area’s ONLY intergenerational music classes led by board certified music therapists, and love bringing our youngest & wisest generations together through music experiences. But what is an IG group, anyway?

When you and your little one come to an intergenerational music group, you will…

  • Meet new grandfriends. Nothing lights up an independent or assisted living facility like a room full of adorable kiddos! The grandfriends we serve love giving high 5s, sharing stories, and singing songs with you.
  • Play instruments. Our groups also incorporate high quality instruments, like drums, shakers, rhythm sticks, and more. Often, we work together with our grandfriends to play these instruments, which makes it WAY more fun.
  • Shake your groove thing. We love to dance, dance, dance! Our music therapists bring movement props galore, from scarves to stretchy bands, and will lead you through action songs incorporating finger play, freestyle dancing, and sign language.

Hope to move, groove, and grow new friendships with you at one of our 4 intergenerational music groups in Severna Park, Annapolis, and Edgewater very soon!

Are you a family interested in attending one of our free intergenerational groups?   Save your spot here.

Are you a facility interested in hosting an intergenerational group? E-mail us at admin@annapolismusictherapy.com today!

Filed Under: AMT Team, Board Certified Music Therapist, Community Programs, Intergenerational Groups, Music Therapy Tagged With: Community Music, Early Childhood, Free Classes, Intergenerational, Mommy & Me, Programs

Interested in music lessons?

February 27, 2017 by CJ Shiloh Leave a Comment

Most of our “friends and fans” know that we offer music therapy services for kids and adults with developmental disabilities, but did you know that we offer music lessons as well??

Music education at our main clinic in Annapolis can look like a variety of different ways. If you are interested in piano, guitar, voice or percussion lessons, keep reading…

One of the awesome therapists on the AMT team, Josh Brown, is also a highly skilled music teacher!

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Not only is Josh a classically trained vocalist, but he plays many other instruments as well, including guitar, piano, mandolin, ukulele, trumpet and drums/percussion instruments.  While Josh was attending Radford University to earn his bachelors in Music Therapy, he enjoyed leading music for student ministries on campus. Learning to play basic chords on the guitar to accompany group singing is a valuable skill that he loves to teach to others! Playing the cajon (pictured – Josh is sitting on one!) or djembe drum in this type of group is also tons of fun and something Josh enjoys teaching to others. Also while at Radford, Josh taught music theory and voice lessons to Performing Visual Arts high school students at the Governor’s School.
After finishing college coursework, he then completed his internship at Kennedy Krieger Institute’s school-based program. With that experience as well as working in Anne Arundel County Public Schools, Josh understands special education services and different types of learning. He is a pro at understanding the unique learning styles of kids with disabilities, and his training in music therapy gives him the perfect skill sets for adapting music lesson material.  Joshua believes that every client has unique and beautiful qualities to give to the world around them, and it’s his goal to uncover and cultivate these gifts!

If you would like to sign up for a FREE first-time lesson, give us a call at 410-697-1812 or email AnnapolisMusicTherapy@gmail.com!

 

 

 

Filed Under: AMT Team, Music Lessons

Thanksgiving Song Round-Up

November 18, 2016 by CJ Shiloh Leave a Comment

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Thanksgiving Song Round-Up

As Thanksgiving draws near, AMT is sharing 3 of our favorite festive songs to sing with your loved ones this November. We wish all of our families a very happy turkey day filled with good food, family and music!

1. Turkey in the Straw (Tennessee Mafia Jug Band). Have a hoedown in your living room as you dance along with this classic. Take turns spinning each other and clapping to the beat.

2. Pumpkin Pie (California Honeydrops). Grab some pots, pans and wooden spoons as you listen and you play along. Can you find any household items that sound like the washboard?

3. The Turkey Pokey. No Thanksgiving is complete without at least one round of the Turkey Pokey! Follow along with the video, or choose your own order as you practice identifying different body parts and following directions in this silly song.

 

Filed Under: AMT Team, Music Therapy

Seasonal Sensations: Touch, Play & Explore October

October 17, 2016 by CJ Shiloh Leave a Comment

Sensory play is a fun way to promote your child’s learning and help them to develop important skills like decision-making, fine and gross motor skills, verbal and nonverbal language and sensory awareness. AMT’s therapists love to incorporate sensory play during music therapy sessions as we work with our clients to create a musical soundscape filled with many sounds, textures and sensory experiences.

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This October, Miss Kerry is sharing some of her favorite ways to explore autumn using all 5 senses. All of these ideas are easy to DIY and adapt for use at home with items you already own.

Click on the links in the colorful headings below!

Sound: Halloween Dance Party

Listen to this festive playlist and shake your groove thing! Try jumping, twisting, clapping, stomping, snapping, skipping and running to the music to promote fine and gross motor development.

Touch: Halloween Sensory Bin

Fill a container with shaving cream, beans, sand or tissue paper and hide some small Halloween toys inside. Encourage your child to touch a range of textures as you sift through the bin together and talk about what you find!

Sight: View Some Local Scenery

Take a trip to a nearby farm, pumpkin patch or any of these other Halloween alternatives. What colors, shapes and sizes do you see?

Taste: Halloween Snacks

Work together to make and eat yummy Halloween snacks, like Jack-O-Lantern milkshakes or ghost pretzels.

Smell: Pumpkin Spice Water Play

Fill a bucket with water and orange food coloring, then sprinkle with pumpkin pie spice. Dunk small pumpkins and apples into the bucket, whisk the water with kitchen utensils and talk about the different scents you might smell in October.

Filed Under: AMT Team, Music Therapy

Sing & Sign with ASL Anissa: Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star

October 6, 2016 by CJ Shiloh Leave a Comment

Hi!

My name is Anissa, and I’m AMT’s newest music therapy intern. I also make sign language song covers on Youtube (link to channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/atinitiny). This is the first in a new series to help kids and their parents learn some familiar songs in sign language! Learning sign language can promote and strengthen communication skills, language development and familial bonds as you sing and play together. This first video will teach you different ways to sign Twinkle Twinkle Little Star. 

Note: Pidgin Sign English (PSE) is an auxiliary language formed by using the signs and fingerspelling, but not the grammar, of American Sign Language (ASL) in the word order of English, often used in communication between deaf signers and speakers of English.

 

Keep signing, 

Anissa

Music Therapy Intern

Filed Under: AMT interns, AMT Team, Music Therapy

AMT in the Community: Fall Events

September 30, 2016 by CJ Shiloh Leave a Comment

This October, join AMT and non-profit partner The Musical Autist for a variety of family fun and informational events throughout Anne Arundel County! We love connecting with new families and friends, and hope to make music with you in the community this month. 

 

Monday October 10th from 5:30-7:30pm: SECAC Special Education Fair 

  • Severna Park Middle School (450 Jumpers Hole Rd, Severna Park, MD 21146)
  • This is a great opportunity to gather resources and meet community service providers and families—don’t forget to stop by our booth and say hi!

 

Saturday Octodad-flyer-2016ber 15th 11am-2pm: Disability Awareness Day

  • Westfield Annapolis Mall near Lord & Taylor
  • Disability Awareness Day is a FREE family event with opportunities to connect with self-advocates and community vendors. AMT’s therapists will be there to support your child as they play and explore instruments at our booth!
  • We will be providing 30 minutes of live music performance during this event, from some of our music therapy clients and friends of our nonprofit, The Musical Autist.

 

Saturday October 22nd at 6:30pm: Sensory Friendly Concert

  • Anne Arundel Community College: Pascal Center for the Performing Arts (101 College Parkway, Arnold, MD 21012)
  • Spend an evening with The Musical Autist and enjoy the musical stylings of Jermaine Gardner, a classical, jazz and contemporary pianist. AMT’s therapists and TMA’s support staff will be available to support your family throughout the performance, in addition to a sensory quiet room, noise reduction headphones and an atmosphere of acceptance and respect!

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Filed Under: AMT Team, Community Programs, Sensory Friendly Concerts, The Musical Autist

#mtadvocacy month once again, how did a year go by so fast?

January 29, 2016 by CJ Shiloh Leave a Comment

Hello friends and fans of Annapolis Music Therapy! First, sorry. I’m simply terrible at blogging and staying on top of social media. In fact, you might notice that my last blog post on this site (not including our recent job announcement) was for the annual #mtadvocacy. And lo and behold, it’s January once again.

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Good news is, you’ll be hearing much more from us in 2016 because I’ve got some guest bloggers lined up!

The latest stage of professional growth for me has been starting a college internship program. Last year I was approached by two, very brilliant and non-typical college students, each with great passion and a sure knowledge that my practice would be the perfect fit for them to complete their 1000 hours of internship. I was sold! So 2016 I’ve jumped in headfirst by starting TWO interns, Jan-Aug 2016 (university affiliates through Slippery Rock and Immaculata Universities). Both Rachel and Janice will be working with me and my employees, seeing clients at our clinic and out in the community, as well as other projects connected with my private practice (Annapolis Music Therapy Services) and nonprofit (The Musical Autist).
One of these projects will be monthly blog posts! (whew, what a relief, as you can see by all the tumbleweed around here).

Before turning it over to Janice in the next post, first let’s take a look at the topic for #mtadvocacy this year, right here at the Music Therapy State Recognition site.  It has to do with what type of advocate you are, or at least most closely identify with. A Connector, Reflector, or Director?

Whether you’re an advocate for music therapy or disability rights (or both, like me) these descriptions are pretty helpful in assessing your strengths. I definitely see elements of myself in all three.

CONNECTORS – Building Bridges

“Connectors” are people who are gifted at building bridges by bringing others together and recognizing complimentary skill sets in those that they know. Connectors enjoy creating opportunities for people from diverse background and experiences to meet and interact. The role of the Connector in advocacy is to maximize the human resources available to them and to increase the network for their cause by helping interested parties get to know one another and discuss common interests. It is often the Connectors who are able to establish relationships with legislators or other decision makers that develops them into incredible advocates.

REFLECTORS – Holding Up the Mirror

“Reflectors” are gifted at taking in information, experiences, and perceptions and—as the name implies—reflecting back the most salient points to those around them. Reflectors often have a knack for diffusing situations by indicating an understanding and empathy for someone else’s position. Reflectors also make great advocates because of their fierce loyalty to their cause. Their ability to see issues from multiple perspectives and then to communicate that to multiple audiences brings all sides of an issue to the foreground for discussion. Reflectors unite various individuals and guide the group to a vision that recognizes the complexity of all issues.

DIRECTORS – Consulting the Compass

“Directors” are the ones who are able to see the big picture of possibilities that exist beyond the current situation. They are able to assimilate the work of the “Reflectors” and the “Connectors” and navigate a course of next steps based on that information. Directors also gather additional relevant information as they move forward and constantly attend to what course corrections are necessary to get to their end goal. Those who are most successful in this role demonstrate flexibility in their thinking and actions, which allows them to accommodate to various situations that are presented and that often change without prior notice. Directors take a broad view of an issue, projecting out beyond it’s current status or challenge and using an ideal vision or end goal to guide the day-to-day steps necessary to get there.

Filed Under: AMT Team, Board Certified Music Therapist, Music Therapy

We are hiring!

January 19, 2016 by CJ Shiloh

Annapolis Music Therapy Services is happy to announce that we are looking to add a board certified music therapist to our team!

Annapolis Music Therapy Services is an established private practice that serves children, adults and older adults with developmental and mental health needs within home, school, community, and nursing home settings throughout the region of central Maryland, as well as in our primary clinic location in Annapolis and Severna Park. 

We are seeking to provide an exciting and supportive work experience for a flexible, motivated, energetic, and talented clinician. Some equipment and instruments, clinical supervision and continuing education experiences will be provided.

Qualifications:​​ MT-­BC credentials, or immediately qualified to take the CBMT exam. Clinical experience with individuals with special needs is preferred. In addition to excellent musicianship, the successful candidate must possess excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills and a strong desire to work with children and adults in a variety of settings. Reliable transportation and a working cell phone are required.

Please view the complete Job Posting HERE.

This position can start as early as February 1st.

To apply: ​Send PDF copies of letter of interest and resume to CJ Shiloh, MT-­BC at AnnapolisMusicTherapy@gmail.com. Questions may be addressed to the same email, or you can call 410-697-1812.

Serious inquiries only, please. Thank you!

Filed Under: AMT Team

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We have two new online music classes starting next We have two new online music classes starting next week! If you have a child between 8-12 years old, you'll definitely want to check these out. 🎶 
🎸 Click below for info on our Intro to Guitar class and 🌍  Around the World in 8 Days musical exploration class. 
🎉 You can also try a class for free if you want to check it out first!
Check out links in bio!
🎶AMT is thrilled to welcome our newest college 🎶AMT is thrilled to welcome our newest college intern, Mikaila Vieyra!🎶

Mikaila will be graduating from Shenandoah University in May, receiving a Bachelor’s degree in Music Therapy with a focus on classical piano. She has six years of piano teaching experience as well as clinical experience working with adults and children with developmental disabilities, and in mental health. Her mission is to access music in a way that guides people to a safe place of connection, empowerment, and joy. Mikaila is so excited to join the AMT team as their next intern, and cannot wait to work with some truly amazing people!

We can't wait for you to meet and make music with her over the next 6 months. Welcome to the team, Mikaila!
Happy 2021 y'all! Exciting news, we're now offerin Happy 2021 y'all! Exciting news, we're now offering virtual guitar classes for kids 8-12 yrs old. 
Students will learn beginner chords and basic sheet music reading skills that will have your child rocking out to their favorite tunes in no time. No prior music experience necessary.
Find the link to register on the Book Now button on our website.
Wishing you a very Merry Christmas, Telehealth-sty Wishing you a very Merry Christmas, Telehealth-style!🎁

We know the holiday "season" extends FAR beyond December, and honor the many holidays that our clients and their communities celebrate throughout the year. One of the wonderful things about Telehealth has been the ability to take part in honoring these celebrations when requested - like this sweet holiday music lesson party on the last day of Naomi's internship. 

Rhythm rockstar Aaron, Kerry, Naomi, and our newest intern Mikaila (stay tuned to meet her in January!) wore silly Christmas shirts, played with virtual backgrounds, and sang all the holiday songs together. 

It was an hour filled with warmth and love via Zoom, and we wish the same for you and yours today and every day! ❤️💚
This week, Ms. Anissa made things a little extra f This week, Ms. Anissa made things a little extra festive for her clients who celebrate Christmas in their virtual sessions and lessons.🎄💻

We LOVE using Zoom backgrounds to add a little something extra to our Telehealth sessions at AMT! They're lovely for facilitating conversation, play, and creating more immersive therapeutic experiences.

PS: There's still time to snag  holiday gift certificates for virtual music lessons, adapted lessons, and music therapy sessions in sets of 2, 3, or more. DM or email us at admin@annapolismusictherapy.com for more details. We can't think of a better way to kick off 2021 than with music lessons or MT sessions for your loved ones!
🎉We could not be MORE EXCITED to announce that 🎉We could not be MORE EXCITED to announce that Naomi Davis is joining the AMT team in 2021 as our newest music therapist!🎉

She's officially finished her internship with us, and we just couldn't bear to let her go. Anyone who has had the pleasure of working with Naomi over the last 6 months knows that Naomi is brilliant, kind, creative, and a wonderful therapist, and we know she'll be a perfect fit at AMT. We can't wait to watch her step into this new role as music therapist starting January 4th.

Welcome to the team, Naomi!💛
✨Your favorite small business to the rescue!✨ ✨Your favorite small business to the rescue!✨

We'd be honored to help you bring the gift of music to your loved ones this holiday season. We're now offering gift certificates for virtual music lessons, adapted lessons, and music therapy sessions in sets of 2, 3, or more if you'd like to customize a package! 

DM us or email admin@annapolismusictherapy.com so we can curate your gift today. 🎶
😍How sweet is this virtual moment with Miss Nao 😍How sweet is this virtual moment with Miss Naomi?!😍

Talk about warm fuzzies! Our family music class teachers are so loving, kind, and positive that little ones bond quickly with them...even through a screen. We hope you'll join us this Friday for our last  Family Music Makers Zoom class of 2020! Drop in rates are $15 per family (all siblings welcome for no additional charge). 

Learn more & register here:
https://annapolismusictherapy.com/family-music-classes/

[All photos & video shared with permission]
🎶This year, you can give the gift of music to a 🎶This year, you can give the gift of music to a loved one via Telehealth!🎶

We're excited to offer new client discounts for children, teens, and adults who may want to give Telehealth sessions a try in 2020. Our new discount covers individual music therapy sessions, music lessons (adaptive and traditional), and mental health services for people of all ages and diagnoses.

Background:
We used to provide a free assessment session for a pressure free way to try out services, but in this age of Telehealth, we know that it may be helpful to have a low commitment, low cost option that spans multiple weeks. 

In response, we're offering something even better: 
Your choice of 3-30 minute Telehealth sessions or 2-45 minute Telehealth sessions ($150 value - still essentially one session free!). We'll work with you or your loved one to set up their sessions with one of our incredible team members, and will send you a certficate that you can wrap or mail them!

DM or contact us today (410-697-1812 or admin@annapolismusictherapy.com) to purchase today!

🌟Visit https://annapolismusictherapy.com to learn more about our services.🌟
Ms.Zoe offers insight into tomorrow's "My Faith, Y Ms.Zoe offers insight into tomorrow's "My Faith, Your Faith" music class! We're tuned into to challenges of navigating conversations with kids about faith, religious expression, and the ways we can support our friends and community members of all different faiths this holiday season! 💙

Join us tomorrow at 6:30pm EST via Zoom for 30 minutes of play-based, engaging experiences centered on this very topic. Free & donation-based registration available! 100% of proceeds support @rise_arts_center 

Register via Eventbrite link in profile!
We hope to see you this Thursday at 6:30pm EST for We hope to see you this Thursday at 6:30pm EST for our LAST virtual Just the Way You Are class of the year! Join us from anywhere on any device. We sure can't wait to see and make music with your family as we center our discussions on celebrating different expressions of faith this holiday season.

Free & donation based registrations available via Eventbrite. 100% of proceeds support scholarships for young artists in Baltimore to attend @rise_arts_center programming!

Register your 0-4 year old here (siblings also welcome!):
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/just-the-way-you-are-my-faith-your-faith-tickets-118377003805
Our team is so proud to work with this incredible Our team is so proud to work with this incredible young artists.💛

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🎧🎉This fall we have been so lucky to partner with @annapolismusictherapy to provide an arts intergration class and a songwriting class! 

Check out a sneak peek of our students’ original lyrics to their upcoming song!!!! So proud of our young artists!! 
Huge shoutout to our team at AMT @songsforsuccess  @_naomi.gabrielle_ @wv_zoe 🎉🎉
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