Harmony Garden Music Therapy
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Jaime received her Bachelors Degree in Music Therapy from Michigan State University. She completed her music therapy internship at the Center for Discovery in Harris, NY. HGMTS has been providing music therapy and early childhood music (Harmony Garden Sprouts) in Jackson ever since.
Harmony Garden Music Therapy
1w ago
Celebrating Reading Month: Singing Books to Engage Learning As a mom and a music therapist, one of my greatest joys is inspiring children through the magic of music.
Today, I had the wonderful opportunity to visit my girls’ elementary school and share the joy of reading (singing) books with their classmates.
In each classroom, we dove into the world of singable books, including:
“I Like the Me I See” by Culture Queen
“Space Song Rocket Ride” by Sunny Scribens (Barefoot Books)
“The Jazz Fly” by Matthew Gollub.
These books and more can be found within our Book Worms and Ear Worms singable ..read more
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2w ago
5 Reasons Your Family Should Participate in Intergenerational Music Experiences
As a board-certified music therapist, I have a passion for fostering connections across generations. There can be profound impact on families who participate in intergenerational music experiences. Imagine: You’re a mom juggling the demands of raising young children and/or school-age kids, all while grappling with the challenge of maintaining meaningful connections with your aging parent residing in an eldercare facility. The struggle is real, and help may just lie in the harmonious world of intergenerational musi ..read more
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3w ago
Harmony Garden Sprouts Intergenerational Music Class at Thome Pace: What to expect in an Intergenerational Music Class.
This is a “mommy and me” style class where the caregiver attends and participates along with their child. Thome PACE is hosting this group for their day program participants or “Grandfriends.” The music will be interactive and structured similarly to our Harmony Garden Sprouts classes. They will sing, dance, play instruments, and so much more! With the grandfriends present, we will be incorporating some wider generational favorites and encouraging the children to interact wi ..read more
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1M ago
Meet Music Therapist, Denise Travis:
We are excited to re-introduce to you, Denise Travis! Denise is a music therapist contractor who started working with Harmony Garden in October 2022. You might not spot her on-site often… She’s most seen in our early childhood centers or with our hospice patients in the Lansing area. But trust me, her tunes are resonating far and wide, especially in the world of early childhood development.
Let’s Start with some Fun Facts About Denise
Fact #1: Temple Grandin once came to observe one of Denise’s music therapy sessions at MSU. (Temple Grandin is an ac ..read more
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1M ago
Sound Healing in Jackson, Michigan
Join us as Harmony Garden Music Therapy Services and Singing For Your Soul combine their musical gifts to offer a truly one-of-a-kind sound healing experience!
About Jaime:
Jaime Lawrence, founder of Harmony Garden Music Therapy Services, has an extensive background in both music therapy and performance. Jaime is a board certified music therapist who has been operating a team of music therapists at Harmony Garden in her hometown of Jackson since 2006. You may have seen her in any number of places around town, performing or involving the community in music ma ..read more
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1M ago
A Decade of Harmony: ABC Academy and Harmony Garden Music Therapy Services
Celebrating a decade of collaboration in 2024, ABC Academy (ABC) and Harmony Garden Music Therapy Services (HGMTS) have strong roots that have woven together within this community. Our philosophies meet with love and compassion for children. This partnership has evolved and grown due to our collective commitment to our most important resource – children!
Elevating Learning with Music Therapy
Music therapy, a beloved service at ABC Academy, offers a refreshing break in the classroom routine. The teachers and children e ..read more
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2M ago
A Magical Melody: Connecting Disney Magic from Disneyland to the Therapy Room Introduction:
I’m a lifelong Michigan resident who has grown up in a Disney Family. My grandparents took my mom as a child multiple times, starting this family love of Disney World. I was a kid who was pulled from school every few years so we could travel with my parents, siblings, and grandparents to Disney. Some of my favorite memories include: campfire sing alongs with Chip and Dale at Fort Wilderness Campground, getting “culture” with my grandma in the countries around Epcot, and riding Big Thunder Mountain!
Ju ..read more
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2M ago
Settle into Stillness - 1/1/2024 - Photo Credit: Infinite Light Center
Sound Healing Curiosity in 2024: A journey of inner curiosity, so I can be the BEST for my children.
On New Years Day, I attended a sound healing event at the Infinite Light Center in Jackson, MI. This event was run by the seasoned group Settle into Stillness, who lead sound journeys worldwide. My personal friend, sonic healing mentor and holistic vocal coach, Kimberly Harrison-Reili also joined them that evening. It was such a special and one-of-a-kind kickoff the the new year!
From the moment we walked in the door, I ..read more
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3M ago
National Go Caroling Day
December 20th The History of Christmas Caroling
The tradition of Christmas caroling in the United States has roots in ancient European customs. The practice of singing festive songs and carols during the Christmas season can be traced back to medieval times. Groups of singers, often going door to door, would sing to spread holiday cheer. Early European settlers brought these traditions with them to America. This is when Christmas caroling became a cherished part of the holiday festivities.
During the 19th century, Christmas caroling gained popularity in the United Sta ..read more
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3M ago
Half-Way
“Woah! We’re half way there! Oh-oh – living on a prayer!”
Yes, Bon Jovi, we’ve made it to the half-way point of my internship, midterms.
It’s so hard to believe it’s really half over! Some days, I feel like my experience here could go on forever, that it’s just my life now. Other days I am definitely counting the weeks until my schedule is my own again. I have learned so much since I started here, I am certainly not the same clinician, or even the same person who walked through the door in June. I’ve grown and learned to be playful with music and to celebrate little wins -bot ..read more