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Music Therapy

Music Therapy

The Down Syndrome Connection has a board-certified music therapist who offers an integrative approach to music therapy. 

 

What Is Music Therapy?

Music therapy takes the joy and power of music, and combines it with the goals of a traditional therapy session. Music therapy interventions such as singing, instrument playing, music improvisation, songwriting, music and movement, and musical games are used to address speech, physical, academic, cognitive, and behavioral goals. It can also strengthen family connections, as caretakers are encouraged to participate. 

What are the benefits of Music Therapy?

Music therapy encourages individuals to express themselves freely and creates opportunities for growth and success in a safe and fun environment at the Down Syndrome Connection. 

Research supports that music therapy has the ability to enhance mood, increase attention, expand speech with singing, increase motor movements through rhythm, and promote positive behaviors to optimize a student’s ability to learn and interact.

We hope you’ll join us!

 

 

 

Danville M/T Facilitator: Jessica Wood, MT-BC

Contact: musictherapy@dscba.org 

Music Therapy Sessions

Virtual Music Therapy
  • Registration is required 24 hrs in advance to ensure attendance in all Virtual Classes. 
  • Zoom Links are sent by email, 24 hrs (or more) before each Virtual Class.

TO REGISTER: Please click on the session & date you wish to attend.


2024 Schedule

  • Music Therapy for Adults, 18 Years & Older
    • 4th Wednesday of each month.
    • 6:00pm -7:00pm
    • Jan 24, Feb 28, Mar 27, Apr 17, Jun 26, Jul 24, Aug 28, Sep 25, Oct 23

In Person Music Therapy
  • IN PERSON MUSIC THERAPY POLICIES:

  • Indoor Sessions  
    • Must register in advance to attend (waitlisted registrations and drop ins, are not guaranteed a spot)
    • Registration closes 2 days before each session or when the session is full
    • There is a 6 participant minimum and 12 participant maximum 
    • Parent or Guardian must be present to assist their child as needed.
    • We may limit sibling participation for classes that frequently become full in order to make room for more families.

 


TO REGISTER: Please Click on the Class & date you wish to attend.

  • Danville Music Therapy for Babies & Crawling Children: 2nd Saturday of the month
    • Location: DSCBA Office Classroom, 101 J Town & Country Dr., Danville   
    • 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. -  Jan 13, Feb 10, Mar 9, Apr 13, May 11, Jun 8, Jul 27, Aug 10, Sep 14, Oct 12, Nov 16, Dec 14
  • Danville Music Therapy for Walking Toddlers - YearOld (no siblings) : 2nd Saturday of the month
    •   Location: DSCBA Office Classroom, 101 J Town & Country Dr., Danville  
    •  11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. - Jan 13, Feb 10, Mar 9 , Apr 13 , May 11, Jun 8, Jul 27, Aug 10, Sep 14, Oct 12, Nov 16, Dec 14
  • Danville Music Therapy for Tweens & Teens, 10-1YearOld: 2nd Saturday of the month
    • Location: DSCBA Office Classroom, 101 J Town & Country Dr., Danville 
    • 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. - Jan 13, Feb 10, Mar 9, Apr 13, May 11, Jun 8, Jul 27, Aug 10, Sep 14, Oct 12, Nov 16, Dec 14

 

Stay tuned for Sonoma County Music Therapy options

Our Mission

To empower, inspire and support people with Down Syndrome, their families and the community that serves them, while fostering awareness and acceptance in all areas of life.