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Music Therapy Instrument Lessons

Learn a specific instrument with the unique, skilled assistance ​of a ChiME music therapist!

What Are Music Therapy Instrument Lessons?

Music Therapy Instrument Lessons at ChiME are available for clients of all ages, with or without diagnoses, who wish to pursue growth on a particular instrument such as voice, piano, or guitar.
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​Board-certified music therapists lead the recurring lessons, using their therapeutic knowledge and skills to create environments of success for those who might not flourish in a traditional instrument lesson. Periodic progress reports detail ongoing session work for clients, families, and other therapeutic professionals.
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Learn more about Music Therapy Instrument Lessons...

Who ARE music therapy INSTRUMENT LESSONS for?
​Music Therapy Instrument Lessons are a wonderful option for individuals of all ages, with or without diagnosis. 
Where do LESSONS take place? 
Music Therapy MT Instrument Lessons take place at our West Town facility. Virtual lessons are available for interested individuals. ChiME does not provide in-home lessons
What Happens in  LESSONS? 
​Clients meet with their board-certified music therapist and engage in musical activities designed to target both nonmusical goals and musical growth on a particular instrument, like piano, guitar, or voice. Each lesson, therapist and client work toward the client’s unique musical and nonmusical goals in a setting of fun, active music-making.
what are the expectED results of LESSONS? 
​In addition to growth and learning on the instrument of choice, music therapy instrument lessons can target goals in a variety of nonmusical growth areas, including but not limited to:
  • Communication
  • Cognition
  • Behavioral/emotional
  • Fine and gross motor
  • Academic 
What do we need to participate? 
​No prior music experience is needed! ChiME has a wide variety of instruments and materials onsite, and may be able to provide loaner instruments to clients when needed. Depending on the instrument of choice and desired level of growth, clients may be encouraged to procure instruments of their own.
How do we get started? 
​​Reach out to Program Director Alli Dunn at [email protected] to discuss if Music Therapy Instrument Lessons is the right fit for you!
Current instruments include piano, voice, guitar, and drums

30, 45, or 60-minute lessons
$65 per half hour
To learn more, contact Alli Dunn, Director of Music Therapy Programs, at [email protected], or fill out the form below.

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    • Group Classes
    • Music Therapy
    • Private Lessons
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