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Wednesday, July 31, 2013
Sunday, June 30, 2013
New & Noteworthy - July 2013
Check out what's New & Noteworthy is the July edition of our newsletter!
New & Noteworthy - July 2013
New & Noteworthy - July 2013
Friday, June 28, 2013
Adam Loadenthal - Musical Fitness
Adam Loadenthal is an extremely motivated individual who is dedicated to improving his clients' health, physique and lifestyle. He has been bodybuilding for 12 years with 10 years of experience in personal training. He has 4 years of education in Kinesiology from West Chester University. Adam has a background in kinesiology, biomechanics, anatomy, exercise physiology, fitness and wellness, nutrition and dietetics. He received his phase 1 and 2 advanced personal training certifications, sports nutrition certification, athletic training, first aid and CPR certifications.
Marissa Chirillo - Flute, Music Therapy
Marissa Chirillo was born and raised in Bucks County, PA and began her music career with piano lessons at the age of 9. She added flute lessons when she was 10 and has been playing both ever since. She earned her Bachelors of Music degree in Music Therapy from Mansfield University of Pennsylvania in 2009. Since college, she has playing in various settings and ensembles from wedding gigs to the Pennsylvania Flute Choir. Currently, she has been teaching and directing the marching band and indoor drumline programs at Archbishop Wood High School in Warminster, PA. She also provides music therapy to individuals in the community on a part –time basis.
Saturday, June 1, 2013
New & Noteworthy - June 2013
Check out all the news in our June 2013 newsletter.
New & Noteworthy June 2013
And take a look at the sheet music at our website:
www.musicandmorepa.com
New & Noteworthy June 2013
And take a look at the sheet music at our website:
www.musicandmorepa.com
Sunday, May 5, 2013
New & Noteworthy - May 2013
Check out what's new and fun with Music and More in May. Also some great resources, and a little music for you to check out. Don't forget to visit our website too.
May Newsletter
Music & More Website
May Newsletter
Music & More Website
Wednesday, April 3, 2013
Matthew Alfano - Workshops
Matthew Alfano is no stranger to the arts. As a child and in adolescence, Matthew performed in numerous musicals and dramas. Some of his stage credits include ‘Curley’ from John Steinbeck’s “Of Mice and Men,” ‘Mike Dillard’ from Stud Terkel’s “Working” and ‘Jigger Craigen’ in Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Carousel.” Also an enthusiast of blues and rock music genres, Matthew enjoys playing guitar, and sharing music with family and friends. Mr. Alfano’s collaboration with Music and More provides guitar and vocal entertainment for seniors the first Saturday of every month at Elm Terrace Garden, in Lansdale, P.A. Matthew looks forward to continuing his education in the Greater Philadelphia area, and continuing a relationship with music, art, and the community. Matthew Alfano is a newly settled Pennsylvania resident from Buffalo, N.Y. Since 2011 Matthew has worked in the local community with the Philadelphia Mental Health Center, providing behavioral health services to children and families with Autism spectrum disorders. Matthew is a graduate of the State University of Purchase at New York where he studied his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, and minored in Early Childhood Development.
Saturday, March 30, 2013
New & Noteworthy - April 2013
Here is the newest edition of New & Noteworthy Newsletter for April 2013. Lots of great information and resources.
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B5wL9Km3SDUqSDVDd20yd083bjA/edit?pli=1
Also, check out our brand new website!
www.musicandmorepa.com
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B5wL9Km3SDUqSDVDd20yd083bjA/edit?pli=1
Also, check out our brand new website!
www.musicandmorepa.com
Thursday, March 21, 2013
Billy Joel - Inspiring Video
A great and moving performance of a student and Billy Joel. A must see!
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/03/12/billy-joel-vanderbilt-student-new-york-state_n_2862651.html
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/03/12/billy-joel-vanderbilt-student-new-york-state_n_2862651.html
Friday, March 1, 2013
Sunday, February 24, 2013
Tricia Paffan - Voice, Piano, Guitar, Workshops
Another welcome to our new teacher! Tricia will be joining us as a voice, piano and guitar teacher, and she will be leading some new workshops, so stay tuned.
Tricia was born and raised in northeast Philadelphia, and has been performing since she was 7 years old competing in various vocal competitions around the city. While in high school Tricia loved theater. Her lifelong dream was to one day perform on Broadway. However, she decided that having a college education was more important. Tricia is a recent graduate from Temple University Ester Boyer School of Music and Dance, acquiring a Music Education degree with a vocal concentration. Tricia greatly enjoys giving lessons in voice, beginning guitar and piano. She finds teaching to be extremely fulfilling. Tricia is also a lead singer in two cover bands and is in the process of writing music and singing in an original band. Tricia was born to be on the stage and could not imagine a life without her music.
Tricia was born and raised in northeast Philadelphia, and has been performing since she was 7 years old competing in various vocal competitions around the city. While in high school Tricia loved theater. Her lifelong dream was to one day perform on Broadway. However, she decided that having a college education was more important. Tricia is a recent graduate from Temple University Ester Boyer School of Music and Dance, acquiring a Music Education degree with a vocal concentration. Tricia greatly enjoys giving lessons in voice, beginning guitar and piano. She finds teaching to be extremely fulfilling. Tricia is also a lead singer in two cover bands and is in the process of writing music and singing in an original band. Tricia was born to be on the stage and could not imagine a life without her music.
Wednesday, February 13, 2013
Cameron Stahl - Saxophone, Songwriting, Jazz
Welcome to our new teacher, Cameron Stahl. He will be teaching saxophone, songwriting, jazz, theory, and improv.
Cameron Stahl is a Music Educator, Songwriter, and Saxophonist in the Bucks County area. He is a recent graduate of West Chester University and attended Central Bucks High School South. At West Chester University, Cameron became actively involved playing in the Criterions Jazz Ensemble, Incomparable Golden Rams Marching Band, Statesman Jazz Ensemble, Symphonic Band, Concert band, and select jazz combos. For four years he studied jazz and the art of playing saxophone with Dr. Greg Riley. Cameron also realized his passion for songwriting and popular music while at West Chester, and currently teaches songwriting and recording camps in the summer for Grammy winning producer Jim Cravero. Currently, he is a substitute teacher and, actively writing music and practicing in his spare time.
Cameron Stahl is a Music Educator, Songwriter, and Saxophonist in the Bucks County area. He is a recent graduate of West Chester University and attended Central Bucks High School South. At West Chester University, Cameron became actively involved playing in the Criterions Jazz Ensemble, Incomparable Golden Rams Marching Band, Statesman Jazz Ensemble, Symphonic Band, Concert band, and select jazz combos. For four years he studied jazz and the art of playing saxophone with Dr. Greg Riley. Cameron also realized his passion for songwriting and popular music while at West Chester, and currently teaches songwriting and recording camps in the summer for Grammy winning producer Jim Cravero. Currently, he is a substitute teacher and, actively writing music and practicing in his spare time.
Saturday, February 2, 2013
New & Noteworthy in February 2013
New & Noteworthy in February 2013. Enjoy!
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B5wL9Km3SDUqVmJ3VEd5czM2QjQ/edit?usp=sharing
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B5wL9Km3SDUqVmJ3VEd5czM2QjQ/edit?usp=sharing
Tuesday, January 1, 2013
New & Noteworthy - January 2013
Here is the January 2013 New & Noteworthy Newsletter from Music & More.
Cut & Paste the link into your internet browser.
https://docs.google.com/open?id=0B5wL9Km3SDUqdlYtVDBGcDJpRm8
Congratulations to Melissa Hoffman for winning our Facebook Holiday trivia contest! Like our Facebook page to find great music information, quotes and to participate in future contests.
www.facebook.com/MusicandMorePA
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Congratulations to Melissa Hoffman for winning our Facebook Holiday trivia contest! Like our Facebook page to find great music information, quotes and to participate in future contests.
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Tuesday, December 4, 2012
Facebook Music Trivia - Join Now!
Think you know a little something about Holiday themed music? Like us on Facebook to play our Holiday music trivia quiz. At the end of the month, the person with the most correct answers will win a prize. Join us on Facebook now for Holiday music fun!
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Friday, November 30, 2012
New & Noteworthy - December 2012
https://docs.google.com/open?id=0B5wL9Km3SDUqZl90czNlSUp6Y3M
Happy December! Here is your December 2012 edition of the New & Noteworthy lesson.
Remember to like our Facebook page to join in the Holiday Music Trivia Competition, starting tomorrow.
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Hope you have a wonderful Holiday Season!
Happy December! Here is your December 2012 edition of the New & Noteworthy lesson.
Remember to like our Facebook page to join in the Holiday Music Trivia Competition, starting tomorrow.
www.facebook.com/MusicandMorePA
Hope you have a wonderful Holiday Season!
Monday, November 5, 2012
New & Noteworthy - November 2012
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https://docs.google.com/open?id=0B5wL9Km3SDUqNGNjOUtLRm03d0E
https://docs.google.com/open?id=0B5wL9Km3SDUqNGNjOUtLRm03d0E
Monday, October 22, 2012
Benefits of Drumming for Speech Delayed Students
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.
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.
Thursday, October 18, 2012
Tuesday, October 2, 2012
New & Noteworthy from Music & More - October 2012
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Happy Fall!
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Happy Fall!
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