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Music Therapy in Action: A Moment of Incredible Joy in Atlanta

There are moments that remind us exactly why we do this work. Recently, through our partnership with Jewish Family & Career Services of Atlanta (JF&CS), one of our board-certified music therapists, Macy Ellis, facilitated a session that left everyone involved deeply moved. With client confidentiality protected, we are honored to share a reflection that captures … Read more

Building Confident Performers: What Musicians Can Learn from Alysa Liu

How private music lessons in Atlanta and Charlotte help students perform with trust, not fear. written by Mark Grundhoefer Building confident performers starts long before the spotlight. When I watched Alysa Liu compete, what stood out was not just her technical ability. It was her calm. Her joy. Her complete trust in herself on one … Read more

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The Pros and Cons of Early Formal Training for Young Singers

by Canangela Boyd-Robertson In the first installment of this series, we explored ways parents can nurture young singers through connection, encouragement, and healthy musical experiences. In this follow-up, we take a closer look at the potential benefits and considerations of early formal voice training to help families make informed, confident decisions. When we talk about … Read more

A Valentine’s Mixtape From Us to You

One of the ways we show care is by sharing the things we love, and music has always been one of the most personal ways to do that. As an ’80s kid, I grew up with mixtapes, and they were never just collections of songs. They were thoughtful, time-consuming expressions of friendship, crushes, and love. … Read more

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Eight Ways Parents Can Nurture Young Singers

by Canangela Boyd-Robertson As a professional vocal coach and music educator, I have worked with young singers in a number of capacities, including children’s choirs, middle school and high school choirs, school productions, and private voice instruction. One of the most common questions parents and voice teachers ask is how best to train a vocalist … Read more

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Creativity and Connection

Creativity is often described as fun, energizing, or inspiring. And sometimes it is. But sometimes, creativity asks something deeper of us. Sometimes it requires honesty, vulnerability, and a willingness to listen. Recently, I had a conversation with my fiancé that brought this idea into sharp focus. We were headed out to dinner one evening when … Read more

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A Weekend at Shaky Knees: A Lesson in Music

This past weekend, I dove headfirst into the marathon that is the Shaky Knees festival here in Atlanta: three full days of bouncing between four stages, plus two nights of midnight shows at partnering venues. By the end, I saw 26 bands (whew!). My feet are still recovering, but my spirit feels absolutely recharged. Here … Read more

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