Adapted Lessons Case Example
Goal: To increase knowledge of academic concepts
Objective behavior: Client correctly identify basic colors
Music therapy intervention: Piano lessons using color-coded notation. In addition to teaching basic piano skills, this musical experience helps children learn to identify and match basic colors.
Goal: To improve pre-handwriting skills
Music therapy intervention: Piano lessons work on improving fine motor skills, finger dexterity, and finger isolation. These skills are critical when learning to write.
Goal: To increase sustained attention
Objective behavior: Client will attend to task for 10 consecutive minutes
Music therapy intervention: Piano lessons using color-coded notation. In addition to teaching colors and basic piano skills, this musical experience helps improve finger dexterity and increase sustained attention.