Facilitator: Aaron Kurtz, Board Certified Music Therapist
⏰ 6:30-7:30 pm (ET) 3:30-4:30 pm (PST)
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Music: So Much More Than Pleasant Noise
This workshop is to assist parents in not only understanding the music that their child is exposed to but also, how music can be used therapeutically to increase cognitive and emotional well-being. Through lyric-analysis, songwriting and mindfulness based musical experiences, parents will learn skills that work towards increasing self-esteem, improving symptoms of anxiety and depression, and positive self-expression. Aaron will begin by presenting an interactive, music therapy session that program group members are exposed to. Parents will learn the skills presented in music therapy and have to the opportunity topractice these skills. After the presentation, parents will have the opportunity to engage in group discussions and ask Aaron questions about the music that their child engages in.
Mr. Aaron, Board Certified Music Therapist
Aaron is a Board-Certified Music Therapist who received his Bachelor of Arts Degree in Music Therapy as a Voice Primary from Montclair State University. Aaron is proficient in many instruments, including guitar, piano, saxophone, and clarinet. Prior to graduation, Aaron completed his internship at Matheny Medical and Educational Center, where he worked with children and adults with various kinds of developmental disabilities at all levels of functionality. Aaron has worked with a wide range of populations, including hospice and dementia patients, as well as children and adults with psychiatric disorders.
Aside from Music Therapy, Aaron is also a passionate vocal performer who has collaborated at the collegiate and professional level with many prestigious organizations in the United States, England, and Italy including the New Jersey Symphony Orchestra and the Richard Alston Dance Company.
As an Eagle Scout, Aaron has always had a deep desire to help people from all walks of life, and he implements his love of helping people by utilizing his passion for music through his therapeutic practices. Working with Jammin’ Jenn Music Therapy has given him a way to serve the community in the meaningful way he has always wanted, and he is thrilled to be a part of such a dynamic team of music therapists!