Quad Cities Music Therapy is dedicated to providing barrier-free music experiences to help people grow toward their fullest potential.
Our music enrichment programs offer all individuals the opportunity to have successful music experiences in a warm and welcoming environment. Programs are available in individual, small group, and large group formats to fit the needs of our participants.
Music Lessons
Music lessons at Quad Cities Music Therapy are designed to give students of all abilities access to music in an encouraging and enjoyable format. Our flexible approach is suitable for those with special needs who may require adaptations to the instrument, notation, or lesson format.
We pride ourselves on our personalized approach to music lessons, and work hard to make them meaningful beyond learning the mechanics of playing an instrument. While learning proper technique and musicality, students are also learning skills of determination, self-expression, increasing fine motor skills and attention to task, and most importantly they are learning how to learn new skills.
Lessons are available for beginner through advanced piano, guitar, and ukulele. Other instruments may be available for adaptive music lessons upon request. All students have the option to perform in two recitals each year, as well as participate in studio-wide practice challenges.
Beginning Beats
Perfect for infants age 3-9months, Beginning Beats 1 is the wonderful way to connect with your baby through music, singing, and instrument exploration. Designed by an experienced mother of 4 and Board Certified Music Therapist, this class will help new parents feel empowered to interact musically with their infant while promoting neural and muscular development.
Create new bonds with your child through singing, dancing, and instrument exploration! Designed for infants and emerging toddlers ages 9-15 months, Beginning Beats 2 promotes positive interactions with caregivers through music. Special attention is given to beginning speech sounds and early communication skills through a combination of singing and sign language.
Boundless Beats
Discover the benefits of music in early childhood with Boundless Beats, our specially designed inclusive early childhood music program. Children of all abilities are welcomed, included, and engaged.
Each class provides opportunities for toddlers and their caregivers to participate in music through instrument play, movement, and singing. Our weekly themed classes also work on language development, beginning literacy, color identification, counting, motor skills, and so much more!
For children ages 15 months – 4yrs
Music with Purpose
Boost your child’s confidence, self-esteem, social skills, and executive functioning skills through our Music with Purpose program. Participants will be engaged in music-making, drumming, songwriting, and other group activities designed to provide meaningful and successful experiences in music.
Music With Purpose is facilitated by Quad Cities Music Therapy and Purpose Coaching.