Week #6
Love Songs
This is week 6 of the year and we will be celebrating Love Songs, by delving into the songs and applying concepts to create more joy and connection during caregiving routines with music.
The songs are:
SING ALONG
Featured Song
IT HAD TO BE YOU
It Had To Be You Here is the Frank Sinatra’s version. I hope you enjoy it!
Creative Ideas
HOW TO USE THE MUSIC
Try humming or singing along with the provided recording, or one of your choosing for increased feeling of ______.
Listen to a recording to create a shared experience.
Listen while engaged in daily routines, to add a feeling of familiarity and comfort (if the song is known and loved)
Try reminiscing with the song history, or singers of the song. Look at pictures famous singers who performed the song.
SELF-CARE TIPS
Bring More Music Into Your Life: Consider Hearing Live Music
When was the last time that you attended a live music concert? Do you enjoy music concerts?
What venues are in your area that you could attend a concert?
What kind of music would you like to hear? A symphony? Ballet? Rock concert? Folk music? Singer-songwriter? Choir? Other?
Would you enjoy going alone? With a friend or loved one? Are there concerts/venues that you could take the person you care for?
Try finding live music in your area that you would enjoy this week.
Did you have any ideas or inspirations to attend a live concert? If you go to a concert, share your experience with us at [email protected]
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