Dear fellow Hanoverians:<\/p>\n
The South Shore Conservatory (SSC) announces the creation of “Singing with
\nParkinson\u2019s”, a chorus designed for individuals living with Parkinson’s
\ndisease and their care partners. This new chorus, a partnership between
\nSSC and the South Shore YMCA, is supported by a grant from the American
\nParkinson Disease Association, MA Chapter. Sessions are held at the Laura
\nCenter for the Arts, South Shore YMCA, 97 Mill Street.<\/p>\n
\u201cSSC is excited to partner with the South Shore YMCA to bring the first
\nspecialized chorus of this type on the South Shore,\u201d said Kathy Czerny,
\nSSC President. \u201cFor years, we have witnessed the power music has to
\ntouch all populations, and we hope this weekly musical interlude serves to
\nbrighten the lives of all who participate.\u201d <\/p>\n
SSC proposed the Parkinson\u2019s chorus to provide multiple therapeutic
\nbenefits. Research shows that those participating in organized music
\ngroups experience a sense of belonging. This is especially meaningful to
\nthose dealing with a progressive disease, which can be isolating.
\nNeurologically, music affects the brain and muscles in a way that allows
\nindividuals to use their voice and move their bodies more effectively and
\npowerfully. In addition, the structure of music and its ability to
\nre-circuit in our brains when areas shut down, provides opportunity for
\nindividuals living with Parkinson\u2019s to address multiple symptoms in a fun
\nand social way. Singing in a chorus provides patterns, practice habits,
\nand social engagement, designed to maintain not just skills, but quality of
\nlife.<\/p>\n
No musical experience is necessary to participate. The chorus is directed
\nby board certified music therapists highly skilled in adaptation and
\naccommodation, and meets Wednesdays from 1-2:30 pm. The group will perform
\nmusic from a variety of genres and time periods. Singers will have the
\nopportunity to help choose the repertoire. Every rehearsal ends with time
\nto gather and socialize over refreshments. <\/p>\n
\u201cThe South Shore YMCA is excited to be collaborating with the South Shore
\nConservatory on this project. We are thrilled to expand programming around
\ninclusion and medical wellness. These are two primary areas of focus for
\nour organization and a great need in the South Shore. Being able to
\ncollaborate with the South Shore Conservatory is a great way to be able to
\nexpand our reach together and promote both organizations missions and
\nexpand programs and services around these needs. We look forward to
\ndeveloping the chorus for individuals with Parkinson\u2019s with SSC, and see
\nother opportunities to collaborate more in the future\u201d said Dan Berry,
\nExecutive Director, South Shore YMCA-Emilson Branch.<\/p>\n
In keeping with SSC\u2019s mission to provide access, there is no cost to
\nparticipate in the Singing With Parkinson\u2019s chorus. The Laura Center for
\nthe Arts is fully accessible. To register, contact Eve Montague at
\ne.montague@sscmusic.org or 781-934-2731 x20. <\/p>\n
For a full line up of classes and programs at South Shore Conservatory,
\nvisit: sscmusic.org or follow South Shore Conservatory on Facebook,
\nTwitter, and Instagram. <\/p>\n
For “Around Town on the Web”,
\nCathy H-B<\/p>\n
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Dear fellow Hanoverians: The South Shore Conservatory (SSC) announces the creation of “Singing with Parkinson\u2019s”, a chorus designed for individuals living with Parkinson’s disease and their care partners. This new chorus, a partnership between SSC and the South Shore YMCA, … Continue reading