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The Problem with Christmas Music

The Problem with Christmas Music

Christmas music is everywhere and for some people it seems to be starting earlier and earlier each year.  Memories of ‘Christmas Past’ flood back during the first bars of “Rocking Around the Christmas Tree” and for some a happiness chord is struck, joy is released, a...

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Group Drumming Disregards Dementia

Group Drumming Disregards Dementia

Every month, Donna brought her husband to the senior's centre for a "drum circle," a music therapy program designed specifically for individuals with dementia, their loved ones and caregivers. Music Therapists, since the beginning of the music therapy profession,...

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25th Anniversary VIDEO and MESSAGE

25th Anniversary VIDEO and MESSAGE

(the following is the speech Jennifer Buchanan opened the Afternoon of Song/Anniversary Celebration on Saturday June 11, 2016 - all photos by Christina Ryan) Good Afternoon!   It  truly is a great honour to have you all here today. I’m honestly a bit surprised to be...

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Tune In Book: Finalist in Indie Book Awards

Tune In Book: Finalist in Indie Book Awards

CALGARY — A collection of stories and strategies for using music with intention to improve health and relationships, is a finalist in TWO categories (Health and Wellness and Self-Help) at the Next Generation Indie Book Awards 2016 happening in Chicago on May 11. Tune...

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Where We Started – 25 Years Ago

Where We Started – 25 Years Ago

JB Music Therapy had its beginnings in Surrey, British Columbia where Jennifer Buchanan visited her grandfather at a long-term healthcare facility; most of the time he would be unresponsive during these visits.  Prior to his stroke, Grandad was miserable and Jennifer...

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