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25.01.2022 Sessions may be suspended, but I am still here to support you in ways that I can - from how to make instruments at home with stuff that’s lying around in your house, to music and videos that I love to sing for all kinds of healthy brain development and how to use devices in a meaningful way. In an age where technology and media is for better or worse taking over our lives, I make it a priority of finding ways to use the ipad or iphone to purposefully engage my daughte...r in music making. As many of us are practicing social isolation and are home with our children all day, finding fun and engaging activities can be challenging. Two APPS that I LOVE to use with my daughter and for myself are: BLOOM https://apps.apple.com/au/app/bloom/id292792586 TROPE https://apps.apple.com/us/app/trope/id312164495 Made by the contemporary ambient composer Brian Eno, both APPS immerse you in gorgeously unfolding soundscapes that you and the whole family can create with the swipe of a finger. Both APPS generate a variety of colour palettes, with TROPE being more geared towards creating lines and patterns - I love drawing my daughter's name against the soundscape backdrops. It's both relaxing and fun. These APPS aren't free, but in my opinion are well worth their moderate price tag. I hope you are all keeping well and safe in these challenges times. Xx Lisa #musicmakingwithapps #musicwithtechnology #purposefultechnology #appsforbonding

23.01.2022 Happy Wednesday night Sunny Coast mums and dads A really gorgeous and meaningful way to start your weekend and reconnect with your child as a family after a busy week is through music Our child and family focused sessions are designed to meet your in the moment needs which is why we don’t follow a script - the focus is always on you and your child and how we can use music to enhance your relationships during sessions and throughout the week Our parents have repor...ted that their bubbas not onto sleep great after a session but have noticed that they themselves are less stressed We have a few spots left for our session the week so get in now and experience the bliss of making music in a fun, relaxed and supportive environment https://www.lisadowlingmusic.com/sway-baby-sway.html#/ See more

21.01.2022 Happy Birthday to one of our cuties who was dancing up a storm today with his sister #cantstopwontstop #uptownfunk

21.01.2022 Dear parents and carers, In the interest and respect for your health and safety our classes are canceled until further notice. I hope you are all keeping well in this challenging time.Dear parents and carers, In the interest and respect for your health and safety our classes are canceled until further notice. I hope you are all keeping well in this challenging time.

20.01.2022 Saturday’s session is cancelled due to illness I hope you are all well!Saturday’s session is cancelled due to illness I hope you are all well!

20.01.2022 Hi mums, dads and carers, there is only a few days left to grab our March package Get 4 Saturday sessions at 10% off You will receive exciting ideas to use music in your home and throughout the day to enhance your child's cognitive, physical and social development. Through interactive, engaging and fun activities such a music improvisation, songwriting, singing, instrumental play and dancing, you and your child will build confidence in using music to facilitate cr...eativity and self-expression in a safe and therapeutic environment. Learn music concepts such as dynamics, tempo and rhythm Where? North Shore Community Centre Little Mudjimba Room 701 David Low Way, Mudjimba What time? 9-10am Dates? March 7, 14, 21, 28 https://www.lisadowlingmusic.com//March_Package_10%25_Disc

18.01.2022 Music often expresses what cannot be put into words and what cannot remain silent

18.01.2022 Oh my goodness it’s been forever! What a crazy year it’s been. How are you all??? I have deeply missed making music with you and your bubbas. I’ve got some exciting news to share! I will be back at the North Shore Community Centre on Saturday’s in the new year. Woohoo!!! Watch this space for updates and session info.... I’m also very excited to offer a 6-session drumming workshop to pre-teens during the last two weeks of the school holidays Dates are January 13, 14, 15, 20, 21, 22. Session times are from 10-11.30 Cost is $250 per child The workshop is available to kiddos aged 8-12 of all abilities. Drumming in particular has been shown to be effective in improving emotional and attentional regulation. So I will provide lots of mindfulness activities with a range of beautiful and high quality instruments. I have space for a maximum of 8. If you are interested or know someone who might be, can you please leave your name/tag your friend below. And finally...I have completed my masters of music therapy coursework and will be a registered music therapist in a few weeks! This year has thrown lots of challenges at us. Music will help heal us all.

15.01.2022 Why music therapy is so beneficial in building those foundational skills not only for learning but also to enhance the overall wellbeing of the individual across their life journey

15.01.2022 This post goes out to all of the SBS mums (sorry dads). Hi mums! One of the things that got me through post natal anxiety was meditation. It helped me to accept my identity as a mother (both psychologically and physically) but also helped me connect with my creative self. ... Since I started my music therapy studies last year I’ve been really passionate about creating opportunities for mums and emerging mothers to connect with their bodies, breath and divine creativity... So I invite you to celebrate International Women’s Day by honoring yourself and your community of women. The philosophy: Rhythm and low frequencies hold us together in ritual and creativity in this guided creative meditation. Regular rhythms and low frequencies were the first sounds we all heard in the intrauterine environment, and when now, as women, we allow ourselves to be bathed in these familiar, nourishing and maternal sounds, we break away from the ego and explore our own creativity. Using oil pastels on paper, delve into your creative essence as the live sounds of the double bass stimulate your positive imagery, feelings and words to reveal your divine goddess in a safe and supportive space. The workshop will be presented in 4 parts: welcome and light/colour induction creative drawing with oil pastels to live improvised music creative prose with oil pastels to live improvised music breath work, sharing (elective) of experience with the group in a supportive space When? March 8, 5-7pm Where? Marcoola All materials, Grazing table and refreshments will be available upon arrival. To book, please click on the link https://app.squarespacescheduling.com/schedule.php I hope to see you there. It will be an honor to guide you PM for any questions

15.01.2022 For parents and caregivers - this is a little offering to remind yourselves that you are enough, that what you are doing is enough and that it’s ok to feel and respond intensely...I know I do!! There were so many tears, screams, meltdowns, cuddles, kisses and hugs in my house today. Please be kind to yourselves and each other as we move through these really challenging and strange times xx A song parody of ‘Perfect’ by Ed Sheeran

14.01.2022 Hi everyone - I hope you are all staying well. Thank you to The Harmony Room - Music Therapy & Music Services for sharing this great music resource for families. I encourage you all to check it out, as they provide some wonderful ideas and tips on how you can use music to support play, positive mental health and development during these challenging times. Be kind to yourselves Xx

11.01.2022 Hi folks, mummas and pappas, the drumming workshop for pre-teens is now live! This all-ability workshop is perfect for any youngster who loves rhythm! Over 6 sessions we will explore a variety of drumming techniques, activities and musical improvisation to encourage the development of self-expression, self-awareness, co-ordination and self-confidence. This is a fun and interactive space to build social connections, make new friends and learn new skills. Drumming has been sho...wn to enhance emotional and attentional regulation and reduce stress and anxiety. Each session will also offer mindfulness activities with a variety of beautiful instruments to help regulate busy little minds and bodies. Be sure to pack a snack! For more info and to reserve a spot, please click below. I only have space for 8 so be sure to get in quick! https://www.lisadowlingmusic.com//Drumming_for_pre-teens_%

10.01.2022 Happy #WorldMusicTherapyDay to all of the Registered Music Therapists across Australia and worldwide! #musictherapychangeslives

09.01.2022 Hi everyone! I know I’ve been a bit quiet on the socials but I’ve been thinking about you all and hoping everyone is safe and well. Hoping this little video gives you some laughs and fresh, funky ideas for story time. Presenting: One fish two fish red fish blue fish by Dr. Seuss

09.01.2022 This is a wonderful free course to highlight how music can help us - whether we are experiencing challenges or not, music is powerful and can connect us in ways that are not always obvious

08.01.2022 This Saturday’s class is unfortunately canceled due to so many bubbas being sick. Stay safe everyone and please take care of yourselves This Saturday’s class is unfortunately canceled due to so many bubbas being sick. Stay safe everyone and please take care of yourselves

06.01.2022 Our March Bookings are now LIVE! Book now to receive a 10% discount on our March package (4 sessions) https://www.lisadowlingmusic.com//March_Package_10%25_Disc We also have some surprises coming your way next month.... On March 21 Lisa will be bringing in her big Doublebass (her first baby!) to explore the Carnival of the Animals. We will also choose nature scenes that Lisa plays with her double bass and make music together in response to those scenes. During March we will also explore music technology such as music making APPS and looping to make music together and to promote turn-taking, positive communication and musical improvisation. We can’t wait to make music with you

04.01.2022 We just had a gorgeously calm morning with our parents and little ones The fav songs of the day were ‘peek-a-boo’ with our silk scarves, ‘row row row your boat’ with our ribbons, ‘Here is the Sea’ with our ocean drums and ‘Sweet Child of Mine’ with the bubbles! We also explored a gorgeous music-making app called ‘Bloom’, to set an inviting and relaxed atmosphere ... See you all next Saturday! Book your session here https://www.lisadowlingmusic.com/sway-baby-sway.html

04.01.2022 We love finding research on the importance of using live music for children’s development!

02.01.2022 I can’t tell you how good it feels to be making music again with our families on the coast. A very happy birthday to our little music maker and her beautiful family #birthdaygirl #birthdaymusic #musicislife @ Sunshine Coast, Queensland

01.01.2022 "The little man and I had a wonderful time exploring music with Lisa. Her demeanor facilitates an environment that is fun whilst remaining calm and respectful of the children and their individual choices and interests" - Katrina Gray (Caloundra) come and experience the magic of making music with your little one in our personable, relaxed class We have a few places left for our class tomorrow at the North Shore Community Centre, Mudjimba, so book online now

01.01.2022 One of the activities we love to include in our sessions are stories set to music. It all started with Craig Smith’s #thewonkydonkey!! It’s not only a great way to end a session but also to encourage a love of reading as a family in a fun and creative way. I’ve been visiting my local library to find books that I think have beautiful messages of hope, freedom, adventure, resilience, courage, inclusivity, diversity and empowerment and came across ‘The Sea Saw’ by Tom Percival.... I’ll be singing/reading this book set to live guitar accompaniment for our next session together. It’s a really gorgeous book and I can’t wait to share it with you. Parents - I’d love to hear your suggestions of children’s books that I could set to music - what are some of your fav’s??