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May 14, 2019 at 12:27 pm
in reply to: Sing and learn some of the songs presented in the video. Share with the board your experiences using these songs.
ParticipantIts been fantastic to delve into the early childhood music again! One would assume that these are “simple”…well yes in a way, but so much more is there! And more could be added, participant dependent. I too LOVE the car song and as a Dementia Practitioner have always utilized props with music (when appropriate) to stimulate neuroplasticity. I have enjoyed how some react to songs in minor and I sometimes use an opening song written in the Lydian mode. Lullabies are beautiful and even to share on “la” of while humming, can produce a sedative effect. In home visits, its incredible to watch children achieve new milestones in music and tasks. I enjoy how parents often adapt songs in between visits…I am looking forward to hearing about how families will utilize some of these new songs outside of the group!
May 14, 2019 at 12:16 pm
in reply to: Discuss with the board the traditional and cultural music in your home community.
ParticipantFortunately I grew up with a rich music heritage! We sang silly children’s song like “Hagdelina Magdelina”, “Greasy Grimy”, “Skunk hole”, many Irish songs, and with my Grandfather being a church organist we sang beloved Baptist hymns. My mom is an accomplished pianist, each Saturday she would play seasonal songs, songs of 60’s-70’s and many lovely classics. I loved gathering round that piano, organ or accordian on holidays to share music as a family! During school I performed in select choirs, enjoying madrigals, arias and even jazz. Playing trombone I truly love listening to big band tunes. My step-mother will sing to us in Cantonese.
One might assume NH would not be as diverse as we are. Traditionally we have a lot of Irish, French Canadian,Tribal and Italian songs as well as songs from various faiths including Jewish and various denominations of Christianity. As several of our cities have become refugee centers, we are working with individuals from Nepal, Congo, Sudan and several other cultures.April 10, 2019 at 3:35 pm
in reply to: What was your most valuable takeaway from this weeks’ content?
ParticipantThis week was a great reminder to use “trade” instead of “share” with children ages 12-18. And with all the wonderful questioning that comes with children 24-36 months, having simple, reliable and reusable answers will help children feel heard and safe.
ParticipantThrough raising my son,working with HFA, PAT and now this training, I will bring experience and knowledge of developmental milestones to these families. I will also bring the understanding that many of these caregivers may not have experienced good childhoods, therefore I will bring support and encouragement. Remembering to praise the caregiver as often as I praise children. As well as reminding caregivers that so much of what they are seeing is “normal” and a reflection of great parenting! After working with adults for many years, I will remember to focus and ground before each group to bring my inner child out. To have fun and help create moments of joy with families. Hopefully this role modeling will remind and encourage caregivers to let go, have fun and be child-like and present with their child! ????
ParticipantHi! Patiently awaiting my confirmation email to be cleared from our “quarantine” messages to be able to add my pic. thank you for your patience! I am Stephanie Perkins from Derry, NH. My first experiences were at Shriner’s Burns Hospital for internship and then Children’s Hospital. After 2 years of Pediatric music Therapy, I lept to the other end of the generational spectrum to work with seniors. Specifically persons with Alzheimer’s Disease and other related dementia and hospice. At times I provided contract services at schools, primarily with early intervention through kindergarten. After 16 years of practice and 4 additional dementia-related credentials, I was blessed to take time to be “Mom” and determine where my career journey would take me. Currently I work as a Family Support Specialist for the Healthy Families America program. This free, voluntary, national evidenced-based program has been found to prevent child abuse and neglect. Our program targets at-risk families during their pre-natal stage and provides weekly visits until their child turns 3. Our curriculum “Parents As Teachers” is a truly strengths-based approach to empowering parents to become developmental experts through age-appropriate activities. We also provide educational and activity-based groups in our communities. Currently I serve the entire county. Sprouting Melodies appears to aligns with HFAs framework for parent-teaching. One of my goals has been to return to my roots as an MT-BC as well as offer something novel to our community. Thankfully my employer agrees and supports my desire to offer Sprouting Melodies to our families! Each day I am humbled and honored to see how families raise their children and how rituals and routines are carried out. It is my hope that as these parents are introduced to new songs to guide development that will become sound tracks of their child’s early years. It is also my hope to connect families. It truly takes a village! And musics ability to help people feel successful and have a sense of belonging is powerful and natural. I am eager to learn the Sprouting Melodies framework. Ultimately after taking this course then facilitating a few groups in this county, my goal is that my company will see (and hear) the value of MT for strengthening families and allow room for growth to support other counties. Perhaps even explore how Sprouting Melodies could work within some of our 28 other programs. We know that positive childhood experiences can mitigate adverse childhood experiences thus allowing wellness/all areas of health to flourish! I am truly looking forward to music-making and the simple joy of that experience!
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