Meet our newest music therapist, Kristen Van Dyke
Last week we began s spotlight series on our music therapists and the work they do. This week, meet Kristen Van Dyke, LPMT, MT-BC, the newest addition to our music therapy staff.
Meet our Director of Music Therapy, Sara R. Longwell
Over the next few weeks, we will spotlight our music therapists and the work they do. This week, meet Sara R. Longwell, M.M. Ed, LPMT, MT-BC, our Director of Music Therapy.
Metro Music Makers Brings Therapeutic Groups To Young And Old (Part Two)
In this second part of a two-part series, we share how our team of music therapists is reaching everyone from babies to geriatric patients with music therapy group sessions.
Metro Music Makers Brings Therapeutic Groups to Young and Old (Part One)
In this first part of a two-part series, we share how our team of music therapists is reaching everyone from babies to geriatric patients with music therapy group sessions.
Cover songs: Not just for karaoke
There is a definite benefit to singing cover songs, as Metro Music Makers vocal instructor Melissa Ellen explains.
Audition tips and tricks for the elementary student
Chelsea Nicole Smith, Vocal Pedagogue and Piano Instructor, offers a behind-the-scene view of the audition process for elementary age students.
Warming Up for Performance
Melissa Ellen, vocal instructor at Metro Music Makers, offers some excellent advice on warming up your voice before performing.
Go practice!
You know you need to practice your instrument, but do you know HOW to practice? Our instructor J.T. Lee provides some helpful tips for how to make your practice sessions truly helpful – and even enjoyable!
Dread not the Dreadnought: The case for acoustic instruments
Brentley Cauthen, instructor at Metro Music Makers, shares from years of experience why he believes that acoustic instruments are usually the best choice for beginner students.
Making Music Part of Your Child’s World
For parents: guest artist/drum instructor Ben Israel Thompson shares his thoughts and ideas on how to raise music lovers in your home.
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