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MUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT
"Music
washes away from the soul the dust of everyday
life." Berthold Auerbach
We all know the power of music. Recreation Departments
offer a variety of music programs to provide residents
the opportunity for relaxation, cognitive stimulation,
reminiscence, mental stimulation, and quality of life.
Music programs are instrumental to a well-balanced program
of activities and can be adapted to meet the individual
needs and interests of residents/patients with varying
functional abilities in a variety of health-care settings.
Such programs include: Music Therapy (provided by a Music
Therapist), Sing-A-Long, Name that Tune, Strolling Minstrels,
Rhythm Band, Music Videos, Karaoke, Guest Entertainers,
Carolers, Music Listening, Resident Choir, Song Writing,
Music Appreciation, Music Games, Sensory and Music, Music
and Movement, Talent Shows, Cultural Music, Spiritual
Music, and so much more.
National Resources
American Music Therapy Association
The AMTA has great music therapy resources, research
information, educational information,
membership information, products,
articles and more.
- Companion
Radio
- Companion Radio provides
satellite delivered programming for staff and residents
in senior living facilities on four private radio
stations. Visit website or call
1-800-499-4040.
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- Elder Group Games
- Great music games like
Music Bingo, Name That Tune, etc
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Eldersong
- Creative musical
activity materials for adults.
Front Row Seat
"Front Row Seat- Sing Along with Barbara" DVDs
are actual musical sing-along classes that bring stimulation
and fun into the lives of seniors. The three DVDs feature
healthy seniors, the "stars" of the video-
who sing, dance and reminisce; while their teacher, Barbara
Jacobs M.S., a seasoned music teacher, sings, plays piano
and leads the class. Viewers will enjoy having a "front
row seat" in these spirited classes while they sing
at least 16 old favorite songs in each class.
Melody Lane Songbook
Melody Lane Songbook
is a website designed for those who enjoy
vinatge music.
Musical
Medicine.com
Comforting hymns, prayers, & nature sounds used
internationally in hospitals as music therapy for cancer,
Alzheimer's, the lonely, fearful, depressed or hospice
since 1985. Recommended
by NAAP February, 1993. http://www.musicalmedicine.com/latest/naap.html. Please
visit website for musical healings at http://www.musicalmedicine.com/latest/activity-directors.html.
- Music Outreach
- Nostalgic music and
singalongs on CDs, cassettes, videos and books
for use by activity directors, nursing homes, assisted
living facilities, etc.
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- Radio
Lovers
- This
site offer hundreds of vintage radio shows for
you to listen to online in mp3 format, all for
free.
- Sentimental Productions
- Great
senrimental singalong video collection.
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- Whimsical Enchantment, Inc
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A
prep-free senior activity. Sing Along Videos
For Seniors featuring easy to read on-Screen
lyrics.
Tri-State Area Resources
A Touch of Class
A
Touch of Class offers top-quality vocal entertainment
provided by David Joseph
Klopacz for
parties, social
gatherings, Church Cantoring, concerts and more. Mr.
Klopacz’s repertoire includes Italian Classics,
Ballads, Russian Folk, Crooner Classics, Broadway Show
Tunes and Liturgical. For more information or to book
a show in the tri-state area, call 973-337-5800.
The
Music & Comedy of Jerry Castaldo
Jerry's high energy music programs are presented over 300 times a year to audiences
of
all ages. His one hour show consists of him singing familiar
songs and doing clean comedy. There's plenty
of fun audience interaction. Affordable pricing. DJ
services are also available for mulit-hour events. Call Toll
Free! 1-800-66-JERRY(53779).
"Therapy That Lifts the Spirit".Lisa Prokopowitz MT-BC, ACC, owner of
Mending Music, is a Christian singer, songwriter
and guitarist, as well as a Music Therapist. Most
of her music ministry takes place in the Northern
NJ area in the United States.
Mark Dacey
Veteran seasoned experienced New York metropolitan
area performer. Live stage act includes repertoire
of 400 + songs of American pop standards, classic
rock n roll, and comedy skits. Call Mark at
(973) 865-8155 or visit his site.
Lee
Perry Gross
We can provide the right performers for your
event by tailoring the music to your specific needs,
from a “one man” band to a 20 piece orchestra.
The music you choose will set the tone and mood
for your entire event. Our agency is known throughout
the metropolitan area for providing high quality
professional musicians, along with personal service
to address all of your entertainment needs and
concerns. Our speciality is catering to the eclectic
and unique requests of our clients. Call
914-693-1151 or visit website.
Music for all Seasons
Live musical events in a wide range of institutions - including children's
hospitals, retirement facilities, juvenile detention centers, nursing
homes, medical centers, halfway houses and prisons - MFAS helps aid the
healing process, physical, mental and spiritual. Also by solidifying
the commitment of young, professional artists to serving special audiences,
and creating regular volunteer opportunities to serve local communities,
MFAS fosters stronger, more interconnected communities. Call 908-322-6300
or visit website.
Fran Raftery
Fran Rafferty has been a familiar figure among Irish circles for many
years. A member of the award winning St. Columcille United Gaelic Pipe
Band of Kearny, NJ, Fran has been a show opener for many top Irish entertainers.
Call 201-998-0345 or email piperfranraf@msn.com
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