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Musical Bridges Music Therapy

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Musical Bridges Music Therapy

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Musical Bridges provides Neurologic Music Therapy® for special needs as well as adapted music lessons. Serving Nashville, TN and surrounding counties.

Musical Bridges provides music therapy services to children and young adults with autism, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy and other special needs. We offer individual and group music therapy sessions as well as traditional and adapted music lessons on piano, guitar, and voice.

11/04/2026

Along with supporting the client, music therapy can simultaneously support the caregiver as well. When caregivers participate in music therapy sessions along with the clients, their own feelings of distress/anxiety can significantly lessen, allowing for more relaxation.

In addition, the sessions can allow caregivers to also process complex emotions, such as stress or exhaustion, in a safe environment.

11/02/2026

ADLs are for every age!

Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) are an important part of building independence, confidence, and everyday skills—and they can look different for everyone.

Here, we are showcasing just 5 of the many ADLs we work on: 🧼 Washing hands • 🍽️ Putting dishes away • 👕Putting on a shirt • 🫧 Washing hair • 👕 Folding a shirt

At every age and ability level, we meet each person where they are. We adapt activities, provide the right level of support, and tailor interventions to each individual’s unique needs and goals.

Because independence doesn’t look the same for everyone, and that’s exactly why individualized care matters! 🌟

10/30/2026

🍂 Small Moves, BIG Progress! 🍂

Fine motor skills are built one step at a time! 🎶

Through hands-on activities like using tongs to pick up scarves and pom-poms, we work on hand strength, grasp, and precision while making learning fun. As skills develop, we gradually introduce new challenges to encourage growth and independence! 💪

🎵 Want to learn more about how music therapy supports skill development? Contact us to learn more about our services!

10/28/2026

In music therapy, the structured music-based activities within each session target not only emotional expression and motor skills, but also executive functioning.

Two big goals within executive functioning that are addressed are information processing and impulse regulation. By using techniques such as melodic and rhythmic encoding (pairing information with music) and pattern recognition (learning rhythmic patterns and song structures), individuals with Down syndrome are able to exercise the brain’s ability to store, maintain, and manipulate ordered information faster.

By including elements like turn-taking and “stop and go” musical games, they are able to practice real-time restraint as well as transfer that practice directly into better self-control in everyday situations.

10/26/2026

🎻🎹For our final Down Syndrome Awareness Month spotlight, we’re celebrating two of our amazing lesson students who bring their own unique talents and personalities to music!

From piano keys to violin strings, these students remind us that music is for everyone and that every musical journey deserves to be celebrated.

We’re so proud of their hard work, growth, and the joy they bring to making music.💙💛

Interested in music lessons for yourself or someone you love? Reach out to learn more about our programs and find the perfect musical fit!

10/24/2026

The fall season is never compete without a visit with Down Syndrome Association of Middle Tennessee and the ! We loved sitting by our neighbors at the Vanderbilt Hands-On Play (HOP) Lab as we worked together to recruit more participants for the drum study. Perfect weather and even better company led to an amazing day. Looking forward to next year! 💙💛

10/23/2026

I See Halloween🎃

Music therapy is more than making music! Through Musical Executive Function Training (MEFT)®, we can target important cognitive skills through fun, engaging activities.

In this Halloween-themed activity, our client is practicing color identification using his AAC device while also working on visual attention and reducing the impact of visual neglect.

By combining music, cognitive challenges, and functional communication, we make working on important skills engaging and meaningful!💚

🎶 Curious about how music therapy can support your loved one’s development? Contact us to learn more about our services!

10/23/2026

Always an incredible time making music at the High Hopes Fall Festival 🍁🎃! We loved seeing the energy and smiles all around. Thanks for having us out to celebrate with you.

10/21/2026

Music therapy can foster and improve social and interpersonal skills in individuals with Down syndrome.

Group music sessions provide different activities such as turn-taking activities, group singing, and call-and-response, all of which teach patience, self-regulation, social awareness, and the sense of belonging.

These safe, low-pressure, and structured environments allow for individuals with Down syndrome to express themselves freely and break down many social barriers, while also recognizing and validating emotional cues in others.

10/21/2026

🎉 Celebrating ONE YEAR of our amazing therapist, Ms. Rachel, at Musical Bridges! 🎶

From her creativity and endless stream of original activities to the beautiful music she brings into every session, she has made such a special impact on our team and the individuals we serve.

We are so grateful for the heart, talent, and creativity she brings to Musical Bridges every day. We can’t wait to see all the amazing things she continues to create!

Happy 1-year anniversary Rachel! We are so lucky to have you! 🥳

Address

5120 Virginia Way #B11
Brentwood, TN
37027

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 8pm
Tuesday	9am - 8pm
Wednesday	9am - 8pm
Thursday	9am - 8pm
Friday	9am - 8pm
Saturday	9am - 3pm

Telephone

+18886872734

Website

https://musicalbridges.com/

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