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Creativity Not Bound by Disabilities Using Creative Expression in Music to Enhance Life for Students With Autism

Creativity Not Bound by Disabilities Using Creative Expression in Music to Enhance Life for Students With Autism

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CreativityNot Bound by

Disabilities

Using Creative Expression in Music to Enhance Life for Students With

Autism

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What is Autism Spectrum Disorder?

As defined by Autism Speaks, Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and autism are

both general terms for a group of complex disorders of brain development.

These disorders are characterized, in varying degrees, by difficulties in social

interaction, verbal and nonverbal communication and repetitive behaviors.

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Music Therapy

Music Therapy is the clinical and evidence-based use of music interventions to

accomplish individualized goals within a therapeutic relationship by a credentialed

professional who has completed an approved Music Therapy Program. 

(American Music Therapy Association definition, 2005)

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What does a Music Therapist do?

Certified music therapists determine and implement functional goals to help improve the quality of life of the individuals served.  Improving gross & fine motor skills Increasing attention Improving verbal & nonverbal communication Improving cognitive function Increasing sensory capacity

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Express Yourself Engage students in exploring their feelings through

poetry & song writing Assist with the process of communication by leaving out

words at the end of each phrase of the poem Create a song story by using pictures or sections of lyrics

to organize the song Ask questions about the song to encourage expression Use instrument choices through pictures or sounds Simplify instructions by breaking up sections of poems

when creating lyrics for the song

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Adapting Instruments

Adaptive instruments can be homemade or special ordered.

Each individual student may require different adaptions depending on abilities.

Percussive instruments may be a good choice for students with limited mobility

Drum mallets can include a foam grip around the end to assist with fine motor coordination.

Guitar picks can be attached to a stick which can be used with a foam grip.

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Adapting Music

Use a color coded system for teaching to read music.

Highlighting the note or lyrics helps the student track the music.

Using a lighted keyboard may assist students with visual impairments.

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Another Opening Another Show

Creating a show is an excellent way to celebrate the abilities of all students with

disabilities.

Having the student choose the instrument and learn about the instrument gives them a sense of control and accomplishment.

Performing in a show helps the student’s self esteem, communication, social skills,

and ability to focus.

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Creating the Show

The students are involved in the process from beginning to end. Creating the set, writing the script, stage crew, lighting, and expressing the poems into music is all part of the educational experience.

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The Show “Job”

Every student has a “job” in a show.

Each Friday or once a month, offer the students a chance to pick their performance to prepare for the “big”

performances.

Stage Crew

Lights

Sound Helper

Performer

Host/ Actor

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“Break Free” the 11th Annual Original Performance of the Expressive Arts program of the Ann Storck

Center

Performed at Nova Southeastern University

Ft. Lauderdale FL

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Light up my world

Performed by the Ann Storck Center Expressive Arts Program

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Write it in a song What do you want to write about? Pick a style & mood. Create your song structure. Ask questions such as what are you feeling

and make a statement. Review the ideas together and decide what

stands out the most to put in your title and chorus.

Put it together, review, and sing it out loud and proud!

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Monday Morning Jamby Matthew Age 7

I woke up Monday morning, feeling sad.I turned my music on, then I was glad!

I started to dance, my feet would not stop. I jumped up all around to the beat of hip hop!

I did the Monday morning Jam, yeah, yeah!I did the Monday morning Jam, yeah, yeah!I put on my shoes and got to school,I did the Monday morning Jam!

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For More [email protected]

Mattie Mingst, CMT