​During the pandemic, more and more people are looking for ways to release energy and learn new skills. Drumming may be the answer! In these Youtube live-stream events, participants will play along with a drum circle facilitator, explore new rhythms and patterns, and learn that you don't have to have a drum to make music. Utilizing body percussion and other household objects, you'll be amazed to find an orchestra in your own home!
Register here for this series...
Register here for this series.
Register here for this series...
Register here for this series.
This 6-week series is planned for individuals with disabilities to foster musical expression from the safety & comforts of their home setting.  Attendance of all groups (Mondays, 4-5pm (EST) April 19th - May 24th) is requested.

Instead of meeting at the Arbor Glen Outreach Facility, we'll meet online via GoogleMeet (free platform that needs to be downloaded in advance for smart phone - or access on computer with WiFi connection - no download required). Limited Registration: This will be a CLOSED group only for the first 25 registrants through the facilitation of a music therapist on staff: "Miss Ashley" Tisdale, MT-BC.

To make the most of this virtual series, initial registrants will be able to receive a Take Home Kit of materials. Participants will be able to keep and use kit items during the program and continue enjoying music outside of the series!

NOTE: Registrant/family must be able to pick-up the curbside kit via Charlotte Mecklenburg Library - West Blvd. Branch (map below to help orient you to the distribution site).
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  • Attendees of this virtual program will be encouraged to socially connect with others while expressing themselves musically with a variety of music genres, mostly accompanied by live music provided on the guitar or ukulele. Family members are encouraged to participate with their loved one during these interactive events to assist with new memories together. Singing, instrument play, music based games and song writing will be facilitated by a music therapist who is trained and experienced working with individuals of all ages with intellectual & developmental disabilities and mental health conditions.
  • A bit about PMT: we are a team of board certified music therapists passionate about increasing access to interactive music making through supportive and creative settings. Our training background helps us to learn how to encourage individuals of varying abilities and backgrounds to connect through the arts. We are grateful that the Arts & Science Council provides such opportunities to increase access to individuals that otherwise would not be able to participate because of health restrictions during the pandemic.
Take Home Kit to include:
  • pair of rhythm sticks
  • small drum with mallet
  • egg shaker
  • movement scarf
  • name tag
  • sharpened pencil
  • paper clipped packet of materials that will be incorporated into the series
Upon registration, you will receive information on when the kit will be available for pick-up prior to the Let's Make Music Spring Series! Any questions? Call 803-206-2044 or email director@piedmontmusictherapy.com.  

This program is sponsored by Culture Blocks, a community partnership funded by Mecklenburg County.
Register here for Culture Blocks 4:
Let's Make Music!
 A wait list is available if registration reaches maximum capacity of 25 individuals. You will be contacted if an individual discontinues enrollment; however, material kits will not be able to be redistributed.
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Piedmont Music Therapy, LLC is a private practice established in 2013 to support individuals’ health and wellness through music and music therapy in Greater Charlotte. A team of board certified music therapists with a combined total of over 40 year of clinical training working with individuals of all ages is an Approved Provider for public, private and charter schools in Charlotte, NC. Help us to increase access to creative and expressive arts in the Charlotte Area by sharing info about ASC's School Funding Opportunities!

More info about Arts & Science Council School Funding Opportunities is online. 
Full description on this 8 week program available DURING or AFTER school is posted on the ASC Directory, here.
Full description on this 2-4 hour staff development opportunity is available on the ASC Directory, here.
Full description on this 10 week program available DURING or AFTER school is posted on the ASC Directory, here.
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REMINDERS: All instruments/materials are provided with the above listed programming. Therapists are trained to support children and teachers with varying learning needs. These will be hands on and interactive.

PMT is proud of the community partners established in service through out Greater Charlotte. View current schools, agencies and organizations: here!

Contact us with questions by filling out a FORM BELOW or calling our office. Please expect 1-2 business days for responses.

Thanks for your interest to increase creative and expressive arts in the public, charter and private schools of Charlotte.

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