Music therapist athy Knoll continues her series of video discussions of practical strategies for dealing with challenging issues in the music classroom. This 5-minute clip overviews basic principles for adapting music learning experiences for students with special needs who are unable to participate in typical ways.
Cathy is a board certified music therapist with experience in public schools in Ohio and Texas since 1974. She welcomes your comments or questions about situations you encounter in music class. Contact Cathy at CathyKnoll@gmail.com or visit her resources http://FAQautism.com and http://MusicWorksPublications.com
What a performance! Tyler Chrusciel showed off his amazing guitar skills at Jameson’s on February 10th.
As a student of Jeff Burak’s, Tyler has evolved as a player over the years learning many different facets of guitar playing. Over last summer, Tyler started bringing in music he wanted to learn, mostly songs he had seen performed on You Tube. Most of the songs are common rock/pop songs but played in fingerstyle complemented with tapping of the guitar body.
This brief video post is the first in a series focusing on basic principles and helpful hints for dealing with challenging issues and maximizing the learning experience for all involved.
Cathy Knoll, MA, MT-BC, is a board certified music therapist with experience in public schools in Ohio and Texas since 1974. She lives and works in Stephenville, TX, where she has contracted direct and consultative music therapy services to public school special education classes, group homes, and individuals since 1978.
Her interactions with classroom teachers and music educators over the years have taught her that some students with special needs require specific strategies to help them participate successfully in music education classes.
Contact Cathy at CathyKnoll@gmail.com or visit FAQautism.com or MusicWorksPublications.com
Enjoy these THREE video samples of DANCING DRUM rhythms recorded at Iowa MEA with Steve Campbell and Lindsay Rust!
You'll see and hear djembes, djun djun, and an arrangement from the Community Drum Ensemble that you can use with your school, church, or other group.
You'll find a complete selection of Dancing Drum percussion & accessories at westmusic.com.
Are you an intermediate piano player who's always dreamed of being able to play jazz, blues, and improve? Local musician and West Music instructor Mike Campbell is offering a 4 week class on introduction to Jazz. Mike has a Bachelors of music from DePaul University and took private piano (Jazz Studies) from Alan Swain Studios. He uses Alan Swain's method to show students an understandable foundation in playing this style. Mike is a well rounded performer and can play many styles of music and enjoys teaching students how to branch into Jazz.
Please contact Studio Coordinator Lea Ann Huegel at Cedar Falls West Music 319.277.1000 or lessonscf@westmusic.com for more information on group or private lessons with Mike Campbell, and start your journey into this creative style of music!
Group classes start January 8th at 9:00 a.m.
