When I was 6 years old I told my teacher that I wanted to be a music teacher. I struggled academically and was behind in a lot of areas, so this dream seemed pretty far fetched at the time. I had piano lessons from age 10 to 11, we had borrowed my aunt’s piano, but then we moved and discontinued lessons, making my dream even harder to get to. As a kid I had been to a few piano competitions and recitals that … [Read more...]

The Musical Autist acknowledges, commemorates and participates in the Disability Day of Mourning on March 1st. We encourage our readers to find a vigil near you, or participate virtually. You can find a list here at Autistic Self Advocacy Network. Several of us will be attending the virtual vigil organized in Maryland, since our organization is based here. If you'd like to attend a vigil and have no … [Read more...]

“You have to stay inside during recess so we can discuss your math grade, and if you can’t catch up we will have to take you out of art class, I also need to call your parents so we can discuss what to do next.” I was in Junior High but I had already heard this saying before then. My academic problems began very early on. In school I had poor fine motor skills and did not retain much of what was talked about in … [Read more...]

We couldn't be more excited! "Zoom Troupe" classes start tomorrow, February 9th. If this is the first time you've heard Troupe. Here is what you need to know: Musical Autist Troupe is an inclusive group of individuals with and without disabilities, high school/college student interns, and mentor musicians. We meet virtually every Tuesday afternoon. The next semester of classes is February 9th through May … [Read more...]