![]() So it’s my responsibility to have in my repertoire songs that both celebrate other holidays associated with this time of year (such as Hannukah and the Solstice) as well as non-sacred songs. It brings comfort to the patients I’ve seen in the hospital and has helped create fond memories for the trauma-influenced children I’ve gone caroling with.īut Christmas is also a Christian holiday…and not all of the clients I see are Christian. ![]() Whether caroling with neighbors, listening to songs at church, or watching the Christmas episode of Glee, the music of the season helps make the season.Īs a music therapist, Christmas songs generally play an important role in my sessions this time of year. But another very important element we often associate with this time of year is music. The holidays are generally associated with family, presents, religious merriment, lights, and decorations. Then it happens…you can’t help it…all of a sudden… ![]() You’re usually our shopping when all of a sudden this little ear worm catches you. It catches you a little off guard when you first hear it. ![]()
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