concert time!

Are you feeling the same when I say, "It's December...what?!?!"  Each year, this last month seems to be a little sneakier and creep up a bit faster than the last.  Even though it's hard wrapping my head around the fact that 2013 will be here in less than four weeks, I really do love this time of year.  Family time, a larger collective thought of doing good for others, the coziness cold weather brings (that it is when it's not in the 60s!)...
Something else awesome is the performance that my kiddos at CCA will have in a little less than 2 weeks! It's the second year that it's been held, and will hopefully stay as a tradition.  This is open to family, friends, and community members who wish to show their support and enjoy a little Saturday morning holiday music-making!  All who will participate have been working very hard on their piano, guitar, and vocal pieces- I can't wait to see them in action : )

Shining SO Brightly

The Cincinnati Center for Autism held it's 6th annual Night of the Stars Gala a few Thursdays ago, on April 22nd. Staff and dedicated volunteers worked their tails off to present those in attendance with a fabulous environment and program. This fundraiser helps to fund the Center's scholarship program.

Very appropriately, today's Music Monday is "Twinkle Little Star," played by a student of mine at CCA, Alex. He and I work together on piano skills twice a week, and he is shining...as do many of the kiddos at the Center! In addition to the star-themed song selection, there are photos of the Night of the Stars on Facebook.



TWINKLE LITTLE STAR

The Climb

The Cincinnati Enquirer published a recent article featuring Matt Brennan and his family. I provide music therapy services to children at the Cincinnati Center for Autism 4 days each week. Without the Brennans, however, I may not have the opportunity to do so...you see, the Brennans founded CCA.
Please take a moment to read the story; you'll see how the Brennans are climbing in more way than one. It's a terrific example of the love, determination, and genersity of a great family, and hopefully it will also be an inspiration to others.

It's also been run just in time to coincide with CCA's annual fundraising event, The Night of the Stars. This is the 6th year of the gala, which raises money for the Center's scholarship program to help famillies pay for services.

What to know before you go:
Date: Thursday, April 22, 2010
Time: Cocktails @ 6:00 / Dinner @ 7:00
Location: Oasis Golf Club & Conference Center / 902 Loveland Miamiville Road / Loveland, OH
Cost: $75.00/ ticket- may be purchased at the door
Other: Business attire / silent auction items / chance to win $10,000 if you're name is drawn & you can put a hole-in-one!
Contact: info@cincinnaticenterforautism.com or 513. 874. 6789