I think that many would agree that 2016 has been a challenging year. Because of this, as we get closer to the end of the year, your thoughts may be trying to figure out ways that you can make 2017 a better one for you. That’s why in 2017 I’m happy to be able to offer a variety of music-based community wellness groups because I strongly believe in the power of music and community to help people feel good.

Reasons for Joining Music-Based Community Wellness Groups

Why might you want to join one of these community wellness groups, you ask? Some reasons why you might want to joining one of these groups is because:

• You may want to feel more empowered.
• You may want to feel more confident speaking up and using your voice because you’re tired of staying silent.

Or perhaps you’re looking for ways to personally challenge yourself so that you can grow as a person. Likewise, you may want to find ways to keep your brain sharp while keeping your mind balanced. Maybe you simply want to experience enhanced wellness so that your health can improve.

You may also be thinking about the collective and recognizing a need to be a part of some sort of community. You may be feeling isolated and need to expand your support circle so that you can feel connected to others. Just as importantly, you want to FEEL GOOD connecting with others.

Whatever the reason, if any of these things describes you, then music-based community wellness groups could be for you.

Community Wellness Groups I’ll Be Offering

The following groups are offered through Longmont Recreation Services and the Center for Musical Arts in Lafayette:

Singing Social

Singing does a body good. This group is for adults who want to sing as part of a group, but who don’t want to perform. Participants of all abilities are welcome, and healthy vocal techniques will be taught in such a way that supports each person’s abilities.

This class is offered in Longmont at:

Creation Station, 519 4th Ave

Mondays from 1:30 – 3:30 pm:

• February 6-27
• March 13-April 3
• April 17-May 8

Longmont Senior Center, 910 Longs Peak Ave

Wednesdays from 6 – 7:30 pm

• February 22-March 15
• April 5-26

Register for the group by searching for it here by name and then registering.

In Lafayette, this class is being offered at:

Center for Musical Arts, 200 E. Baseline Road

Wednesdays from 1:00 – 2:30 pm

• January 11 – February 8
• February 22 – March 22
• April 5 – May 3

You can register for the class here.

Musically Mindful

This 4-week group invites participants to engage with music in different ways as a form of mindfulness practice. It’s a workshop series for those who desire to apply mindfulness practice to their lives, but either have difficulty with traditional mindfulness meditation or they want to be able to embody and more deeply experience music.

This group meets in Longmont at the Creation Station on Tuesdays from 2:30 – 3:30 pm. Class dates are:

• February 21-March 14
• April 4-25.

Musically Mindful Workshop

In addition to the 4-week Musically Mindful groups, SoundWell is also offering a one-day, 2-hour workshop in both Longmont and Lafayette. Since working adults tend to have busy schedules, this is a perfect option because it provides participants with a general overview of the 4-week group in a one-day format. Below is a description of the workshop:

Our health and well-being can be enhanced by both mindfulness and music. However, some struggle with traditional sitting meditation practices, or making music brings up our inner critic and judge. Experience yourself musically in a different way! No musical experience necessary.

• In Longmont, the workshop is on Saturday, April 15th from 10 am – 12 pm at Creation Station, 519 4th Ave. It is $15 for City of Longmont residents/$18.75 for non-residents.
• The workshop in Lafayette workshop is on Saturday, April 29th from 1 – 3 pm. Contact the Center for Musical Arts for more details and to register.

Community Wellness and Team-Building Workshops for Boulder County Businesses

As a new member of the Longmont Area Chamber of Commerce, SoundWell Music Therapy is also happy to offer team-building workshops to Boulder County businesses and organizations. Music-based workshops can amplify the power of your team because music and music-making can:

• reduce stress, while providing novel experiences for play that our brains LOVE!
• encourage out-of-the-box thinking. Making music encourages creative thinking, while also allowing for the opportunity to experience ourselves and others through the metaphor of music.
• bring people closer together. Music has long been used as a way to bring people together. Because of this, you could say that it is part of our cultural DNA!

If you are looking to “unleash the creative potential of your team,” or if you want to create a healthy and vibrant workplace culture, let me know because I want to help you make that a reality. I will work with you to create a workshop that meets your organization’s needs. Contact me to learn more.

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