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Alex playing Three Little Birds on the piano
/in Client StoriesWatch Alex as he learns to play the chords to Bob Marley’s Three Little Birds on the piano! Alex is an autistic young boy who has an innate talent for music. Recently he has been learning how to play chords on the piano in his music lessons, supported by Iani Sujono. Here’s a little snippet […]
Learning to Engage Through Music Therapy
/in Client StoriesMeet Daniel! Daniel is a 3 year old autistic boy who is in the early stages of exploring ways to engage and communicate with others. Here’s his journey so far, supported by his music therapist Iani Sujono.
Developing Regulation Skills
/in Client StoriesMeet Dre! Dre is an autistic young boy who loves being immersed in music but he finds it difficult to regulate his energy. His music therapist Pete McDonald is helping Dre to develop his regulation skills while still nurturing his love for musical freedom.
NORTHCOTT PRESENTS – A MUSIC WORKSHOP
/in WorkshopsUSING MUSIC TO ENHANCE CHILDREN’S COMMUNICATION SKILLS
/in WorkshopsA workshop for parents of children with disability – no musical experience or ability required. This interactive workshop will show parents how to use music to enhance their child’s communication skills. We understand that not every parent feels ‘musical’, so this fun session is to help you feel comfortable to use music with your child. […]
5 Musical Tips to Encourage Early Language Development
/in Musical TipsHi everyone! I’m Iani Sujono, your Registered Music Therapist from Sound Expression in Sydney Australia. Here are my 5 tips on how you can use music to encourage your young child’s vocal exploration and language development. Tip 1. Using music to connect Even if your child isn’t yet able to use words, it’s ok – just have […]
LOOK AT WHAT WE ACHIEVE THROUGH MUSIC THERAPY
/in PressToday is World Music Therapy Day – a perfect time for us to share this clip on what can be achieved through music therapy!
A scaffolding technique to help children with their developmental goals – the subtleties matter!
/in Musical TipsA scaffolding technique to help children learn about waiting, turn-taking and self-control using a drum – the subtleties matter! Scaffolding refers to a variety of techniques used to move a child progressively toward stronger understanding and, ultimately, greater independence in a learning process. Scaffolding can include breaking a large task into smaller parts and verbalising […]
A wonderful letter from John Alexander MP
/in PressNot only did John Alexander MP visit our clinic last month, we received this wonderful letter from him last week. In his speech at Parliament House in Canberra, John advocated for music therapy and the work that we do at Sound Expression!
How can music help autistic children?
/in Client StoriesAt our music therapy clinic, we use music to address children’s developmental goals. This video shows how music can help autistic children.