Drumming has been used as a mode of communication in some African cultures for years, as drums can be used to create different tones, syllables and stresses that imitate speech. For speech delayed students, drumming can also be an effective means for developing stronger speech skills.
Speech delayed students can use drumming to express themselves non-verbally, by creating different sounds on the drum. Through improvisation, students play a pattern on the drum, and then imitate the pattern vocally. With the aid of drumming, students find a natural rhythm that helps them translate the drumming patterns into speech pattern, which they can repeat.
Because drumming leads students into a regular rhythm, this helps with breath control and provides a predictable framework, which reduces anxiety. Students can safely create a pattern on the drum, and through the process of imitation, children feel in control and encouraged in their ability to translate their rhythm patterns into speech patterns.
Neurologically, drumming requires the use of the entire brain. Drumming forges a strong connection between the parts of the brain that include speech, thus helping to make those parts of the brain stronger. Studies show that participation in music can improve the capacity for verbal memory, in both stroke patients and speech delayed students.
Best of all, drumming is fun and lifts the spirits.
Monday, October 22, 2012
Thursday, October 18, 2012
Tuesday, October 2, 2012
New & Noteworthy from Music & More - October 2012
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Sunday, August 26, 2012
Saturday, August 18, 2012
Fall 2012 Workshops at DVCC
Music & More is proud to announce that we will be working with Delaware Valley Children's Center to provide music workshops. We will be offering the following workshops with DVCC.
Making Music & More for:
- Circle Dancers
- Mommy & Me
- Drama Queens & Kings
- Theater Enthusiasts
- GLEE Enthusiasts
Copy and paste the link into your browser for more details. If interested in signing up for any workshops, contact Fern directly.
http://www.dvccautism.org/images/lifeskills%20fall2012%20web.pdf
Making Music & More for:
- Circle Dancers
- Mommy & Me
- Drama Queens & Kings
- Theater Enthusiasts
- GLEE Enthusiasts
Copy and paste the link into your browser for more details. If interested in signing up for any workshops, contact Fern directly.
http://www.dvccautism.org/images/lifeskills%20fall2012%20web.pdf
Thursday, August 2, 2012
Fall 2012 Workshops - Doylestown Township
To enroll in any of our Fall 2012 workshops, visit Doylestown Township's website or contact Fern.
Making Music & More for Drama Queens and Kings
Learn the art of theater improv; learn to let go, have fun and deliver a great performance. Learn theater arts and scene study. Workshop will cover monologues and partner scenes. Culminates in a performance for family and friends.
8-14 years old
Session 1: September 20 – October 25, 2012
Session 2: November 1 – December 13, 2012 (No class 11/22/12)
Thursdays
4:30 – 5:30pm
$100 per session
Making Music & More for GLEE Enthusiasts
Vocal workshop based on the hit Fox Television show, GLEE. Students will learn vocal techniques and dramatic performance techniques through learning popular songs and creating their own GLEE-style episode. Workshop culminates in a live performance of the music and episode for friends and family.
8-14 years old
Session 1: September 21 – October 26, 2012
Session 2: November 2 – December 14, 2012 (No class 11/23/12)
Fridays
6:15 – 7:15pm
$100 per session
Doylestown Township Activity Center
425 Wells Road
Doylestown, PA 18901
Making Music & More for Drama Queens and Kings
Learn the art of theater improv; learn to let go, have fun and deliver a great performance. Learn theater arts and scene study. Workshop will cover monologues and partner scenes. Culminates in a performance for family and friends.
8-14 years old
Session 1: September 20 – October 25, 2012
Session 2: November 1 – December 13, 2012 (No class 11/22/12)
Thursdays
4:30 – 5:30pm
$100 per session
Making Music & More for GLEE Enthusiasts
Vocal workshop based on the hit Fox Television show, GLEE. Students will learn vocal techniques and dramatic performance techniques through learning popular songs and creating their own GLEE-style episode. Workshop culminates in a live performance of the music and episode for friends and family.
8-14 years old
Session 1: September 21 – October 26, 2012
Session 2: November 2 – December 14, 2012 (No class 11/23/12)
Fridays
6:15 – 7:15pm
$100 per session
Doylestown Township Activity Center
425 Wells Road
Doylestown, PA 18901
Fall 2012 Workshops - Warminster Township
To enroll in any of our Fall 2012 workshops, visit Warminster Township's website or contact Fern.
Making Music & More for Drama Queens and Kings
Learn the art of theater improv; learn to let go, have fun and deliver a great performance. Learn theater arts and scene study. Workshop will cover monologues and partner scenes. Culminates in a performance for family and friends.
8-14 years old
Session 1: September 20 – October 18, 2012
Session 2: October 25 – November 29, 2012 (No class 11/22/12)
Thursdays
6:30 – 7:30pm
$100 per session
Making Music & More for Aspiring Dancers - Little Dancers
Through Fun and Creative Play your child will develop rhythm and coordination while being introduced to basic ballet and jazz fundamentals.
3-4 years old
Session 1: September 22 – October 20, 2012
Session 2: October 27 – December 8, 2012 (no class 11/10; 11/24)
Saturdays
9:00 – 10:00am
$100 per session
Making Music & More for Aspiring Dancers – Ballet/Jazz
For kids who are looking to try dance for the first time or for those that want to continue. This class provides a perfect Ballet/jazz combination for developing balance, coordination, flexibility and endurance; all while having FUN!!!!!!!
5-8 years old
Session 1: September 22 – October 20, 2012
Session 2: October 27 – December 8, 2012 (no class 11/10; 11/24)
Saturdays
10:30 – 11:30am
$100 per session
Warminster Recreation & Education Center
1101 Little Lane
Warminster, PA 18974
Making Music & More for Drama Queens and Kings
Learn the art of theater improv; learn to let go, have fun and deliver a great performance. Learn theater arts and scene study. Workshop will cover monologues and partner scenes. Culminates in a performance for family and friends.
8-14 years old
Session 1: September 20 – October 18, 2012
Session 2: October 25 – November 29, 2012 (No class 11/22/12)
Thursdays
6:30 – 7:30pm
$100 per session
Making Music & More for Aspiring Dancers - Little Dancers
Through Fun and Creative Play your child will develop rhythm and coordination while being introduced to basic ballet and jazz fundamentals.
3-4 years old
Session 1: September 22 – October 20, 2012
Session 2: October 27 – December 8, 2012 (no class 11/10; 11/24)
Saturdays
9:00 – 10:00am
$100 per session
Making Music & More for Aspiring Dancers – Ballet/Jazz
For kids who are looking to try dance for the first time or for those that want to continue. This class provides a perfect Ballet/jazz combination for developing balance, coordination, flexibility and endurance; all while having FUN!!!!!!!
5-8 years old
Session 1: September 22 – October 20, 2012
Session 2: October 27 – December 8, 2012 (no class 11/10; 11/24)
Saturdays
10:30 – 11:30am
$100 per session
Warminster Recreation & Education Center
1101 Little Lane
Warminster, PA 18974
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