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WORKSHOP DESCRIPTION: This program is an ideal intereactive In-Service Program designed to meet the needs of many different professional groups needs including Psychologists, Social Workers, Nurses, Occupational, Physical, Recreation and Speech Therapists, Music Therapists and Music Teachers. In this workshop Barry uses musical instruments and rhythmic patterns combined with, movement and relaxation exercises to demonstrate how rhythm can be used as a metaphor to improve one's social/communication skills, concentration, and self image. Activities presented make participation in music a successful self-satisfying experience to both the novice and well trained musician. Video taped examples and hands on experience are used to guide workshop participants through some basic group facilitation principles in developing an understanding of the theoretical constructs of the Rhythm-Based Group Percussion Model. LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 1) Participants will develop an understanding of Rhythm-Based MusicTherapy Model. 2) Participants will develop a rationale for using Rhythm-Based Music Therapy with a variety of client populations. 3) Participants will develop skills enabling them to adapt Rhythm- Based Music Therapy to client's individual needs. 4) Participants will become familiar with basic hand percussion techniques. 5) Participants will develop an understanding of the group dynamics of drumming and basic group facilitation skills. CONTINUING EDUCATION INFORMATION: This workshop offers 5 - 7 CMTE's for music therapy proffessionals. Healthy Sounds is approved by the CBMT for Continuing Music Therapy Educaton Credits. The provider, Healthy Sounds #P-045, of the CBMT approved program maintains responsibility for program quality and adherence to the CBMT Policies and Criteria. Through a reciprocal agreement, this course is pre-approved for CEU credit for members of the National Board for Certified Counselors ( NBCC). Learning criteria are structured to meet the requirements of many professional organizations. Barry can provide Learnign Objectives and Post Tests to meet the requirements of your professional organization. WORKSHOP CAPACITY: Each workshop is designed to accommodate 40-50 participants. PHYSICAL NEEDS:  • One room big enough for 40-50 people to be in a single file circle with unobstructed view.  • VCR with a REMOTE CONTROL and at least a 19" TV.  • Armless chairs for all participants  • 1 - 2 persons to help unpack/pack instruments  • 2 - 6'-8' tables  • Overhead projector w/ screen  • Small PA system  • TRANSPORTATION TO AND FROM AIRPORT ( VAN OR PICKUP TRUCK ) PROMOTIONAL MATERIALS: Healthy Sounds can provide sample promotional materials including: Brochures, Press Releases, and Posters. These materials can be used as a guide in putting together necessary materials needed to successfully promote this event.

• TOP • " I have attended hundereds of workshops and have rarely seen speakers who were able to mobilize their audience with such skill. I was truely impressed, particularly in light of the difficult audience, and really enjoyed being part of it." Linda Lubinsky, Executive Director – Kansas Home Care Association "Barry's understanding of drumming, group dynamics and human behavior came together in the most extraordinary workshop I have ever attended." Henry Patterson, PhD, Professor – Psychology Dept., Penn State "Barry conducted a staff training program for our agency. He was very organized and shared wonderful and helpful strategies as to how to use music with children who have autism. Barbara Domingue, Project Director – Community Autism Resources "Your explanations about the history and development of music therapy was excellent and you sparked a lot of interest about the use of therapeutic activities. But more than that you facilitated an experience that touched everyone." Diane McMillen, PhD, Professor – Social Work Dept., Washburn University

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