Special Needs.
Lanti Performing Arts supports inclusion for students with all abilities! No matter your child's need - Lanti Performing Arts will stand alongside you to offer love and support, and of course lots of fun! We'll work with your child to create an individualized game plan by combining private and/or group classes. Scroll down to read more about our teaching team, the programs offered for our students with special needs, and for more information about Music Therapy.
We Love What We Do
Lanti Performing Arts is a caring and compassionate team whose goal is to support all children with special needs and their families. Here are a few of the tid-bits about your teaching team.
Studio Director has a Masters Degree in Special Education and oversees the Specials Needs program
Several teachers on staff have a Special Ed degree and/or experience working with a variety of needs
Continuing education for our teachers who work with students who have special needs
Special Needs consultants are available as additional support to our staff
Can Music Therapy Help You?
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What is music therapy?
Music Therapy is the use of music as a therapeutic tool to rebuild, maintain, and improve mental, physical, and emotional health. The nonverbal, creative, and effective nature of music facilitates contact, learning, self-expression, communication, and growth.
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What will we do in MT?
Singing improves communication, speech, language skills & more
Playing instruments increases Gross and Fine motor skills
Rhythmic movements and dancing facilitates mobility, agility, balance, respiration patterns & muscle relaxation
Improvising through voice, instruments or movement offers a creative and nonverbal means to express feelings
Songwriting develops cooperation, learning, and sharing ideas
Active listening
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Who does MT help?
Our MT program can help support your child if they’ve been diagnosed with any of the following:
Autism (ASD)
Developmental challenges
Physical challenges
Sensory impairments
Behavioral challenges
Learning difficulties
Brain injuries
ADHD & ADD
Music Therapy Goals may include: Emotional well-being, Physical health, Social skills, Communication skills, Cognitive support
Find Your Class
QUICK INFO
Classes follow the Academic Year Calendar and/or Session Classes
Open enrollment, pending availability
In-studio
Caregivers are invited to stay
HOW TO ENROLL
Scroll below and click on the word “Enroll” in the gray box for the class of your choice.
Private Music Lessons
This class is a fantastic introduction for any child who loves to sing and make music! In a positive and encouraging environment, students will discover age-appropriate tips and tricks to explore their voices with complete freedom. From vocal exercises and breathing tips to note reading and lots of songs – we’ll use games and play-based activities to help your child gain confidence and self-awareness both on and off the stage.
Adaptive Music Lessons
Our teachers will work with your child to evaluate, create, and carry out an individualized plan. Together we will use music exploration as an avenue to reach specific goals such as communication skills, social skills, coping skills, and emotional expression. Classes will be structured around your child’s needs and interests.
More FAQs About Music Therapy
What are some goals in MT?
Goals vary per student and are determined together with the therapist, parent, and student. Here are a few examples: Increased sensory, social and/or cognitive stimulation; Increased physical movement; Increased verbal and nonverbal communication
My child has a 504 or an IEP plan. How can Music Therapy benefit them?
Music Therapy can benefit a wide variety of learning difficulties including academic subjects, social, behavioral, or emotional needs.
My child has a hearing impairment. Will he/she still benefit from MT?
Yes! Music and rhythms can be felt through touch or vibrations from a variety of instruments, especially drums.
Are your classes inclusive?
Yes, we encourage inclusion in all our classes. Our desire is to not only support our students with specials needs, but to build awareness, sensitivity, and friendship for all students regardless of their abilities.
Does my child need to be musical in order to benefit from MT?
Not at all. Your child can benefit from MT regardless of their musical background.
Will my child learn to play an instrument in MT?
MT does include instrument exploration but it is different from teaching instruments. Learning the basics of an instrument can be a great goal for some students, especially for increasing attention span, growing self-esteem, and more! If you are looking for music lessons for your child, we would suggest adaptive private music lessons.