TMA could not be more excited to launch one exciting fundraiser TODAY for #GivingTuesday on Facebook! We are hoping to give out 20 SCHOLARSHIPS to neurodivergent musicians in 2020, and we know we can do it with your support. Starting at 8am today (in just a bit), Facebook will be matching donations made to non-profits, and TMA needs your help to reach our goal of $5,000! If you donate at or after 8am tomorrow, … [Read more...]
Sunny Writes: 5 Things to Know About Being a Jam Session Leader
On October 19th, I led my first Empowerment Jam Session entirely on my own. It felt really good to lead it on my own, and felt like it was the right space to lead for the first time. If you are interested in being a leader of a jam session, here are the 5 helpful things to know. Patience: Being patient is important because sometimes it takes a while for people to get comfortable in the jam session space. If … [Read more...]
Sunny Writes: Social Experiences
Social experiences are very important for people whether they are on the autism spectrum or not. These experiences encourage people to relate to each other and to get along well in society. Social experiences can sometimes be very hard for autistic people for many different reasons. I believe that autistic people should be allowed to socialize on their own terms, not on the terms decided by neurotypical … [Read more...]
Sensory Friendly Concert in VA on November 15th!
TMA is thrilled to be offering our first-ever Sensory Friendly Concert in partnership with Shenandoah University's music therapy program! You won't want to miss this epic morning of music on November 15th at 10am, which will feature performances from a capella group Shenandoah Singers, as well as classical pieces for flute and piano played by Melody Trio. Hope to see you in Winchester, VA! … [Read more...]
Empowerment Jam Session on October 19th!
TMA invites you to our next Empowerment Jam Session at Our Shepherd Lutheran Church on Saturday October 19th at 6pm! All are welcome. We look forward to sharing an evening filled with music and friendship in this relaxed, coffee shop environment with you. … [Read more...]
Summer Empowerment Jam Session Wrap-Up by Sunny
On Wednesday August 7, The Musical Autist hosted an Empowerment Jam Session at Maryland Hall Café. We had about 15 to 20 people in attendance. It was a fun, laid-back and relaxing event. We did an opening song, a 12 bar blues, an empowerment chant, and Musical Autist Troupe, one of our programs, performed songs, then we did our closing song. The staff at Maryland Hall Café provided snacks and coffee for everyone … [Read more...]
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