An Incredible Early Autumn
All music, all the time. That's what I would call October, and part of September too. In addition to my full time work as a board...
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Nov 5, 20211 min read
Butterfly 🦋 Wings update and new music
What a beautiful day it is here in the Chicago burbs. Colors are popping and the sun is shiny. I LOVE autumn. Thanks to those of you who...
Sep 26, 20212 min read
And now Butterfly Wings is yours, with an extra gift
On Friday I released "Butterfly Wings" for you, dear listener, to enjoy at your leisure. Click here to find it on your favorite streaming...
Jul 30, 20211 min read
Kettlestrings music release in August
Got a wish, a hope, or clear intention? Like all of us, my bandmates from Kettlestrings and I found ourselves in an extended moment of...
Jan 24, 20212 min read
Filled with loving kindness, and ending homelessness
This morning I was honored to share some beautiful songs with my faith community. Just after services I then premiered a meditation song...
Dec 24, 20201 min read
Merry Christmas Baby, from Kettlestrings
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J1DdLCJXr34&feature=youtu.be It's Christmas Eve and I just hosted a "watch-party" on YouTube to premiere...
Oct 18, 20201 min read
Making music with friends is what it's all about.
Last weekend was super fun for Kettlestrings. Now I’m not going to reveal any exiting surprises but I will tell you it involves sunshine,...
Jul 29, 20161 min read
Studio Virtual Recital
At long last – our virtual concert! Not unlike a concert hall where you might go to hear your loved one play, I’ve put together a...
Jul 25, 20161 min read
NAMI Nation
In the continuum of care, you can consider this program not a music therapy program, but a wellness program, or therapeutic arts...
May 9, 20161 min read
Summer, Sing Coo Coo
Whenever I think about summer and get excited about the change of pace, the opportunity for added fun and flexibility, an ancient song...
Apr 17, 20162 min read
Inspiration Everywhere
A few years ago I made an intention to serve my community in a way that was unique to my talents. I was stressed by the many requests for...
Feb 18, 20141 min read
Happy Hearts for February
Although Feb 14 is the whopper of days for hugs and open hearts, it’s a tough one for many. In honor of February love feasts, I thought...
Nov 6, 20131 min read
How does music touch your brain? Check it out!
Thanks to the University of Florida’s School of Music for the great graphic! These concepts apply of course to both music education and...
Jul 30, 20131 min read
Enjoying the gifts
As I’ve mentioned before, it has been a summer filled with making music. As a music therapist, I talk about the need for self care with...
Apr 11, 20131 min read
A Running List of Modern Pop/Rock Songs for Piano
Wowie Zowie – What a great list of songs to inspire some fire for lessons! For those of you who are struggling through music lessons,...
Mar 19, 20131 min read
Music is like breathing
BayNotes Interested in exploring your love for music through singing? BayNotes provides private voice lessons through the instruction of...
Jan 9, 20131 min read
You don’t have to understand music…
Absolutely brilliant. You must watch this. Thanks LaDona! #musicenjoyment #music #listeningtomusic #joy #musiceducation
Jan 6, 20131 min read
Breathe In, Breathe Out
I have the honor of guiding some wonderful women singers in a performance the end of this month. I am sharing with them a favorite music...
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