The Importance of Performance Opportunities for Young Children During Music Therapy

by | Sep 1, 2013 | Music Therapy, Parents, Performance, Young Children

Jamie George, MM, MT-BC, Andrew Littlefield, MM, MT-BC, Laurie Peebles, MT-BC, and Andrea Johnson, MT-BC

In this collaborative podcast, the George Center’s music therapy team discusses the benefits of providing performance opportunity for young children with disabilities as well as how to create a successful recreational experience for the entire family.

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About the Authors:

The George Center for Music Therapy, Inc. is a growing music therapy company serving the metro Atlanta area. The five music therapists, primarily working with pediatric patients, strive to provide a creative approach for individual growth. In addition to individual and group music therapy sessions, the George Center for Music Therapy, Inc. offers performing arts classes and adaptive music lessons for children with special needs. Contact: Jamie@TheGeorgeCenter.com

Suggested Citation:

George, J., Littlefield, A., Peebles, L., & Johnson, A. (Authors). (2013, September 1). The importance of performance opportunities for young children during music therapy. Retrieved from www.imagine.musictherapy.biz