Music Therapy

Music for Children on the Autism Spectrum
Age:	2 to 7 years
Day/Time:	Friday, 10:00-10:30am
First Rehearsal:	Session I: September 19, 26; October 3, 10, 17 and 24 Session II: November 7, 14 and 21; December 5, 12 and 19 Session III: January 30; February 6, 13, 20 and 27; March 6 Session IV: March 20 and 27; April 3 and 24; May 1 and 8
Length:	6 Weeks; each semester the Wilmington Branch will offer two 6-week sessions
Tuition:	$75.00 per 6-week session
Instructor:	Angela Falco
Each 30-minute music therapy class uses music and the elements of music to help students attain targeted goals, with the ultimate goal of having a successful class experience. Goals may include increasing attention span, attention to task, auditory awareness, communication, fine and gross motor skills, self-esteem, self-expression, self-help skills, sensory integration, socialization, spatial awareness, speech, ease of transitions and visual awareness. Each class includes a greeting song using name identification, fine motor activities using known songs, gross motor activities, musical stories, instrument playing, relaxation/stress management techniques and a closing song. A brief written summary is given to each student at the conclusion of the 6-week session, including the outcome of the targeted goal for each student, comments, suggestions and recommendations. Licensed music therapist, Angela Falco, will help autistic children find an outward expression for their inner worlds. Prerequisite: Parents/caregivers must complete a questionnaire and return it to the Wilmington Branch prior to the first week of class.

Music for Children with Special Needs, including Cerebral Palsy and Down Syndrome
Age:	2 to 7 years
Day/Time:	Friday, 10:30-11:00am
First Rehearsal:	Session I: September 19, 26; October 3, 10, 17 and 24 Session II: November 7, 14 and 21; December 5, 12 and 19 Session III: January 30; February 6, 13, 20 and 27; March 6 Session IV: March 20 and 27; April 3 and 24; May 1 and 8
Length:	6 Weeks; each semester the Wilmington Branch will offer two 6-week sessions
Tuition:	$75.00 per 6-week session
Instructor:	Angela Falco
Each 30-minute music therapy class uses music and the elements of music to help students attain targeted goals, with the ultimate goal of having a successful class experience. Goals may include increasing attention span, attention to task, auditory awareness, communication, fine and gross motor skills, self-esteem, self-expression, self-help skills, sensory integration, socialization, spatial awareness, speech, ease of transitions and visual awareness. Each class includes a greeting song using name identification, fine motor activities using known songs, gross motor activities, musical stories, instrument playing, relaxation/stress management techniques and a closing song. A brief written summary is given to each student at the conclusion of the 6-week session, including the outcome of the targeted goal for each student, comments, suggestions and recommendations. Licensed music therapist, Angela Falco, will help children with special needs find joyful means for socially appropriate musical expression. Prerequisite: Parents/caregivers must complete a questionnaire and return it to the Wilmington Branch prior to the first week of class.

Musical Memory Lane (by special arrangement)
Age:	Adults with Alzheimer's dementia
Instructor:	Joseph Reilly
Blending music with therapy, Musical Memory Lane engages people with Alzheimer’s dementia, along with their primary caregiver, in musical activities led by music therapist Joseph Reilly, MMT, BC. These classes are designed for participants who have little or no experience playing a musical instrument. Activities range from singing familiar songs to improvising melodies using innovative musical instruments that allow body movement to produce music. Musical Memory Lane will help the Alzheimer’s patient maintain optimal cognitive awareness and allow for a positive, powerful emotional release while also providing an enjoyable, relaxing experience for the primary caregiver. Group classes are offered on-site at adult care facilities by special arrangement. Other music therapy classes/ sessions/ workshops may be offered by special arrangement. Contact WMS/DMS for information. Prerequisite: None.

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