This rich collection of 32 original songs assists you in supporting the development of positive educational and therapeutic outcomes. Born of clinical work by music therapists at The Center for Discovery, areas addressed through the songs include fine and gross motor skills; cognitive and academic skills; social skills and emotional skills. Covering both practical applications and clinical context, the wide range of songs in this book empower you as a therapist or music educator to compose your own songs and adapt the songs in this collection for use in everyday practice. Each song is available to download for easy use in practice settings. Included in the collection are: greetings songs, songs for building self-awareness and emotional expression; songs for special occasions and rhythmic chants to inspire creative movement and social connectedness.
The Center for Discovery (TCFD) is a leading provider of healthcare and education services for more than 1,200 children and adults with complex conditions, medical frailties and on the autism spectrum. Named a Center of Excellence in 2016, TCFD has long been a leader in developing new models of care for individuals with complex conditions. Main editors Conio F. Loretto MS, LCAT, MT-BC has over thirty years clinical experience as a Music Therapist working with children and adults with complex conditions, including multiple disabilities and autism. He is the Senior Director of the Music Therapy program at TCFD. Amanda Ruddy Belcastro, MT-BC is a Senior Music Therapist at TCFD. Over the years, she has had music experiences with students and residents with autism, complex conditions, and multiple disabilities. Along with her clinical work, she supervises TCFDs Music Therapy Internship Program.
32 original songs with accompanying sheet music, developed through the engaging, creative process of Music Therapy at The Center for Discovery (R) (TCFD).
•The Music Therapy Program at TCFD began in 1997 and has since earned an international reputation for
•excellence within the field.
•The Center for Discovery is affiliated with the American Music Therapy Association and numerous universities from across the United States. The songs cover a wide range of creative topics and themes that are easily adaptable to a variety of clinical populations and age groups.
•Book contains the clinical context and significance of each song.
•Songs are transcribed for piano but include chord symbols for those using a guitar or other accompanying instruments.
