We were excited to see Brad Schmitt’s heartfelt coverage of Music for Seniors, and our Executive Director, Liz Kelly. She shared her story with the hope that it would help grow awareness of this work and strengthen the foundation for our future! Click here to read on the Tennessean’s website […]
Q. How did you hear about Music for Seniors, and what interested you about joining as a Musician Partner? A. I first connected with Music for Seniors’ founder, Sarah, when we performed a few gigs together. Following her mother’s passing, she wanted to get more involved in meaningful musical work.
Renee Garriss found Music for Seniors the same way many great things happen — through a good friend. Her dear friend Rebecca Aulvin, already a volunteer with the organization, invited Renee to a free daytime concert at Plaza Mariachi featuring the WannaBeatles. From the moment the music started, Renee was
If you ask Nancy Green what kind of music she likes to dance to, she’ll answer “A little bit of everything!” Raised on a dairy farm near York, Pennsylvania with her five sisters, Nancy has always loved the arts. Her sunny disposition lit up the stage at the York Little
You’ve probably noticed Music for Seniors popping up everywhere lately—and you’re not imagining it! This past year has been incredible and full as we’ve worked together to bring more music and connection to our community. The numbers tell an amazing story: over the last three years, we’ve grown our programming
Picture this: an 87-year-old woman who hasn’t sung in years suddenly lights up during a music session, her voice joining others in a beloved melody. A veteran with dementia reconnects with his daughter through a familiar song. A lonely widower finds friendship and laughter in our music circles. This is
When it comes to having her hands in the dirt while gardening, waking up early to listen to the birds, or whipping up some healthy cooking while entertaining friends, those hobbies come as daily routines for Pattie Levine. However, if I told you that in the past year, she has
April 2025 marks 20 years since my father passed. Not an anniversary that would normally deserve highlighting in a professional setting – except…… The whole devastating experience prepared me for my role here at Music for Seniors in ways I could never have known, and can only see now, looking
Rhythm is foundational to music! Have you ever heard your favorite tune played to a sluggish rhythm? It’s missing the life! As rhythm is foundational to music, this dedicated community – The Rhythm Section – is essential for the growth and sustainability of lighting up lives with Music for Seniors.
Dear friends of Music for Seniors, Maria Von Trapp said, “Music acts like a magic key, to which the most tightly closed heart opens.” The power of music can bring about miracles in the hearts and minds of its audiences, and I am honored to join the Music for Seniors
