[Skye Bennett]

I really like the idea of holding a raffle for an instrument to gather email addresses. There are also so many events that our practice Noteable Progressions has had opportunities to attend and we were brainstorming ways to make a connection at these events. i think that a raffle would be an excellent idea for doing so, especially because, as Beth and Meredith said, parents are so overwhelmed at events that they are unlikely to remember to reach out.

[Skye Bennett]

Shannon, I love networking too! It is a fun puzzle to build these relationships and even more exciting to see people when they learn about music therapy and see it in action!

[Skye Bennett]

Madeline, yes, learning from the perspective of Beth and Meredith has been extremely beneficial. As Marcie said too, just having the ability to seek supervision and support from the Raising Harmony team is comforting.

[Skye Bennett]

One thing that really stuck with me from the beginning of this training is Beth encouraging us to be child “like” in our practice. I feel that this is aspect of the training will really allow me to best support children and their families as a sprouting melodies provider. I have gained the confidence to be focused and professional but from a perspective that can relate to what it feels like for the child.

[Skye Bennett]

Madeleine, I like the idea of presenting adaptations for each activity at the start. I feel it would positively impact parents anxiety especially, knowing that they do not have to follow one way of participating.

[Skye Bennett]

As it is important in all music therapy practice, I feel that I can ensure that all children are successful through being flexible, adaptable and improvisational. I hope to utilize the songs we have learned in this group in a variety of ways so that each and every group can be different and focused on the individual needs of the group members each day. I am continuing to learn in my practice the ways in which I can provide a supportive structure that the participants can trust and depend on along with a flexible one that does not inhibit the success of all group members.

[Skye Bennett]

Caroline, I agree! It is so cool to have a program that can support all families and can introduce the wonders of music to families with children who are very young.

[Skye Bennett]

I am looking forward to becoming an important resource for the families in our community for learning, discussing and growing in understanding their child’s development. I am looking forward to incorporating the diversity of culture in our community in many ways within the program. Finally, excited to incorporate the music that we have learned within this training, in a way that is music therapy influenced and supports and fosters relationships in the community.

[Skye Bennett]

Oh, Jordyn, I think you and I interpreted the question differently from Maureen and Shannon. Both interpretations are important though!

[Skye Bennett]

I would explain that if the focus of a music group or lesson is skill building, it would be important to learn about the elements of music ex. how to sing or play a scale, how to match pitch, playing in perfect rhythmic synchronicity with the teacher.

Using music for development means utilizing those elements of music to act as a tool for addressing important developmental goals like turn taking, sharing, communication, etc. The songs we sing help to make sense of concepts that are important to the child’s development, and introduce these concepts in a fun, non-intrusive way that best support the child’s success.

[Skye Bennett]

Jordyn, it is a great idea to assign tasks to the older children and encourage them to be leaders and helpers.

[Skye Bennett]

As we talked about the previous week, it is already important enough to be able to monitor stimulation levels within a group of children the same age. When facilitating a group of varying ages, it is even more difficult but just as important to maintain balance and structure in the over-arching structure of the session. It is also difficult to monitor safety while allowing children of varying ages to explore not only the room but instruments around each other. Additionally, selecting instruments that are both engaging and exciting for the older children, but not a safety hazard for those young children in the group is important to remember.

[Skye Bennett]

SM3
advancing, education, practical, generalizing, lively
Hello: Im Glad Youre Here Today, Bonding- My Brand New Friend, Song About Me- Where Is The Music, Instrument Song-I Like This Song, Movement- The Leaves Are Falling, Goodbye- Thank You Very Much

Family Spouts
collaborative, bonding, supportive, involved, together
Hello: Come And Join The Circle, Bonding-Wiggly, Jiggly Car, Song About Me-All Of This Is Me, Instrument Song- Music Is The Way, Movement- The Leaves Are Falling, Goodbye- Music Time Is Over

[Skye Bennett]

Maureen- Nice thinking about the importance of instruments being able to be dropped, thrown, etc. Beth made a good point too in this week’s video about the sleigh bells. How in the universe to you wipe the inside of each sleigh bell if the whole thing is in a child’s mouth. She made a good point about sleigh bells not being the most appropriate instrument.

[Skye Bennett]

Silly, engaging, fun, learning, physical

1. I understand the desire to position your child facing towards you, but with the group members all facing into the circle, we can explore and discover new relationships within the group! 2. Your child is able to explore these instruments in any way that they would like. This may include playing the instruments into their mouths. We utilize dependable cleaning methods to ensure safety and sanitation from group to group. 3. It is important to help your child become grounded when helping them to jump up and down. This way they can explore the feeling of their body in the space around them. 4. It is important to have fun and allow yourself to be child like. You will have the opportunity to feel most bonded this way. 5. Your child played the drum when the music stopped? Your child is discovering a sense of independence and exploration within the music.

Hello- Hello Everybody, Song about Me- Just Like Me, Instruments- I Like This Song, Movement- Pick your hands up high, Goodbye- Thank you very much

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