Celebrating 10 Years of Sound Expression After the success of our last “Connecting Abilities Through Music” concert some time ago, Sound Expression is very excited to announce that another night of live musical talent is on the way! The evening will be a series of performances, connecting and celebrating abilities in a creative space that […]
They wowed the crowd again!!! ‘Tuesday On My Mind’ performed another gig yesterday at The Dining & CO North Ryde – the group members are now working so cohesively, it’s awesome to watch them in action! This group is part of our group music therapy program at Sound Expression. Through music, our clients build confidence, […]
Last week some of our team had the privilege of attending a brilliant Professional Development Day with Professor Katrina Skewes McFerran, diving deep into Song Choices and Receptive Music Therapy. We were then absolutely honoured to welcome Kat to our clinic on a buzzing Saturday!
Here’s an amazing example of teamwork from the Funky Ducks!! When we, as music therapists, help our clients to work as a team, there is a lot involved! Beyond waiting for their turn and listening to each other, teamwork requires understanding their own behaviour and how it impacts others, maintaining boundaries, recognising feelings and interactions, […]
As both the carer of an NDIS participant and an RMT, I’m writing to urge the NDIS to reinstate Music Therapy funding under the Capacity Building – Improved Daily Living category at rates consistent with other Allied Health professionals. Here is our family’s experience to support the significant benefits of Music Therapy.
Meet Arrill and his music therapist, Sebastian Green. Together, they have been working on helping Arrill to share and express his emotions through musical play and verbal discussion, as well as increase his ability to sustain and extend a conversation for longer periods of time. In one of his sessions, Arrill came in feeling tired, […]
It’s wonderful when we get to share special moments like FIRST WORDS with our clients and their parents…. Meet Kai, who said the word ‘GO’ for the first time, during music therapy with his therapist Lydia Wang! Engaged in an improvised musical play, Kai stopped playing his windchimes, and Lydia paused her music,
They did it again!! ‘Tuesday On My Mind’ performed their second gig yesterday at The Dining & Co North Ryde – the energy coming from the performers and room was amazing! A huge thanks to The Dining and Co North Ryde for providing the space and to the family and friends of Sound Expression who […]
We’re excited to share a glimpse into some of the great moments from one of Nolan’s music therapy sessions. Nolan is a young adult who has a rare diagnosis Xia-Gibbs Syndrome, a neurodevelopmental disorder which affects brain and nervous system function, causing physical and intellectual disabilities. Nolan attends music therapy with his music therapist Sebastian […]
In her sessions, Tahlee is currently working on her ability to use her music WITH and FOR others. In this particular footage, her music therapist Pete McDonald asks her to support his music in a few different ways (musically). Watch as Tahlee confidently steps into her role, showcasing her increased strength in collaborating with others […]
