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Enhance Life with Music

Discover how music transforms everyday life – health, happiness, and beyond! Enhance Life with Music explores practical ways music improves our health, happiness, and wholeness – whether or not you consider yourself a musician. From science and wellness to sports, education, and business, discover how music shapes everyday life – and how you can harness its power to enhance your own.

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Ep. 157: Athletes and the Arts: Integrating the...

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2023/05/16

How can performance artists benefit from sports medicine? How are performing artists and athletes similar, and different? How could collaboration between sports medicine and performing arts medicine bring about exponential advances for mutual benefit? We discuss these questions and more in today’s episode with Athletes and the Arts. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode157 Connect with us: Newsletter: https://mpetersonmusic.com/subscribe

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Ep. 156: Voices of Hope: The Intersection of music...

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2023/05/02

Voices of Hope builds choral singing communities in correctional facilities. Its founder and Artistic Director explains music’s impact on choir participants (internal and external); its unique ability to transcend limitations; and its role in social justice and justice reform. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode156 Connect with us: Newsletter: https://mpetersonmusic.com/subscribe Facebook:

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Ep. 155: "Career Choices in Music beyond the...

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2023/04/18

How have music careers and options changed as a result of COVID-19, and how should we change how we educate musicians moving forward? How can musicians think outside the “music box” to expand options for rewarding and creative work? Why is our career choice as musicians especially linked to our personal identity? Why do we choose a career in music, given the inherent challenges in the industry? Musician and psychologist Julie Jaffee Nagel addresses these topics and more in her new book, and in this

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Ep. 154: How does music impact stuttering? With Dr....

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2023/04/04

Almost all people who stutter sing fluently. Dr. Heather Grossman is a Board-Certified Specialist in Fluency Disorders and Clinic Director of the American Institute for Stuttering (AIS). She explains why we don’t stutter when we sing, and how music is used to increase fluency and speech control for those who stutter. We also discuss well-known musicians who stuttered, and resources offered by AIS. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode154

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Ep. 153: Your Brain On Art: What is neuroarts, and...

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2023/03/21

Did you know that music and the arts can measurably change your brain, body, and behavior? Neuroaesthetics (or neuroarts) is the interdisciplinary study of this process, and the translation of this knowledge into practices that enhance health and wellbeing. The arts can be used as preventative medicine, symptom relief for chronic health issues, illness intervention, developmental issues, and psychological support. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at

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Ep. 152: Helping children identify, express, and...

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2023/03/07

A significant life skill is the development of healthy strategies to process and regulate emotions. Music therapist and award-winning singer/songwriter Stephanie Leavell explains the super-powers of music to teach these skills in a fun way to kids (and their adults). Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode152 Connect with us: Newsletter: https://mpetersonmusic.com/subscribe Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EnhanceLifeMusic/ Instagram:

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Ep. 151: What are the benefits of singing for our...

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2023/02/21

If there is a musical activity whose health benefits I tend to hear and read the most about, it is singing. What makes singing so special, and what impact does it have on our physical, mental, and spiritual health? Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode151 Connect with us: Newsletter: https://mpetersonmusic.com/subscribe Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EnhanceLifeMusic/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enhancelifemusic/ LinkedIn:

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Ep. 150: Chronic pain relief and management through...

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2023/02/07

There are multiple ways music can be used to reduce pain perception, manage chronic pain, and function as a healthy coping mechanism for those experiencing long-term or chronic pain. The music techniques may be used alongside pain medication, to reduce reliance on pain meds, or sometimes in place of medication. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode150 Connect with us: Newsletter: https://mpetersonmusic.com/subscribe Facebook:

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Ep. 149: Corporate team-building & wellness through...

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2023/01/24

Imagine your next corporate event being so engaging, fun, memorable, and bonding that your audience can’t stop talking about it! Rock star Ciaran Gribbin draws on the innate connectivity and power of music to “entwine your event theme, audience and a bunch of real rockstars into a melting pot of interactivity, laughter, creativity and positive results.” Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode149 Connect with us: Newsletter:

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Ep. 148: Applying music’s healing powers to the...

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2023/01/10

Eating disorders are complex, involving both physical and mental layers. Dr. Annie Heiderscheit explains why music therapy is especially effective in treating and healing eating disorders. Music is a portal that provides access – for the therapist and the patient – to feelings, perceptions, and perspectives; and is a vehicle for communication and integrating change. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode148 Connect with us: Newsletter:

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Ep. 147: What is the current "State of the Arts?"...

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2022/12/27

How healthy is music (and arts) education in the US? Music advocacy legend Bob Morrison shares the history of US advocacy efforts; his assessment of where we are now; what gives him the most hope; and our biggest challenge. He explains what advocacy means to him – and a “tell” for when it’s being done most effectively. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode147 Connect with us: Newsletter: https://mpetersonmusic.com/subscribe Facebook:

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Ep. 146: Music and adolescent health: Prevention,...

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2022/12/13

We are seeing a crisis of mental health and wellbeing in our youth and student athletes. In this episode, we discuss music’s value in improving the health and wellbeing of our adolescents; special applications for our young athletes; and why Dr. Gene Beresin says music “hits the spot” as an effective tool for students’ mental wellbeing toolkit. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode146 Connect with us: Newsletter:

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Ep. 145: Helping students, schools, and communities...

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2022/11/29

VH1 and their Divas Live concerts laid the foundation for today’s Save the Music Foundation, which invests in school music programs, provides support for teachers and administrators, and advocates for music education. We discuss the resources offered, trends in music education, and how to get involved in this innovative non-profit. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode145 Connect with us: Newsletter: https://mpetersonmusic.com/subscribe

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Ep. 144: Better Together – A #MusicEducationNation...

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2022/11/08

Learn more about what NAfME is, the resources it offers, and how to collaborate as part of the greater “Music Education Nation” to advance the benefits of music for all. NAfME President Scott Sheehan shares his vision for his presidency and lessons learned from the pandemic. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode144 Connect with us: Newsletter: https://mpetersonmusic.com/subscribe Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EnhanceLifeMusic/

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Ep. 143: Harness the Power of Music to Stay Sober,...

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2022/10/25

Tim Ringgold has said that “our modern society is a breeding ground for addiction.” When we’re stressed, our brains look for soothing in the form of a substance or behavior, which can take many forms, including drugs, technology, food, work, and alcohol. We discuss why music is a powerful, efficient, and effective tool for treating and healing addictions. Tim combines neuroscience, music therapy research, psychology, and his own personal stories in his work and in this powerful conversation. Links

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Ep. 142: What exactly is… ASCAP and what does it...

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2022/10/11

What does ASCAP stand for, what does it do, and what does Board of Directors member Alex Shapiro wish more laypeople and musicians knew about it? We discuss what sets ASCAP apart from other performing rights organizations, and benefits including a Wellness Program, music production bootcamp, and improving your confidence as a music creator. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode142 Connect with us: Newsletter:

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Ep. 141: Vera: Transforming dementia care with music;...

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2022/09/27

Music Health’s new music app, Vera, utilizes individualized playlists to stimulate activity in different parts of the brain of those with dementia. This application of music has been shown to enhance lucidity, physical movement, mood, quality of life, and communication; as well as reduce depression, anxiety, stress, agitation, confusion, and pain. We discuss the science behind these developments, the corresponding benefits for caregivers… and how the app got its name! Links and notes related to this

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Ep. 140: Intervals are all around us! How these Lego...

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2022/09/13

Whether we realize it or not, intervals inform our perception of the everyday sounds of our lives. It is an interval that makes our national anthem unique, lets you know you’re in trouble with your mother, and gets your attention through a train whistle or siren. And then there’s that interval that was banned during the Renaissance… Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode140 Connect with us: Newsletter: https://mpetersonmusic.com/subscribe

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Ep. 139: What is Dalcroze Eurhythmics, and what are...

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2022/08/30

Dalcroze education has been around for over 100 years, and its principles are experiencing a resurgence in interest and application outside of the music education arena (including therapeutic uses for the aging). We discuss what this holistic learning method IS, why it began, and its innovative uses today. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode139 Connect with us: Newsletter: https://mpetersonmusic.com/subscribe Facebook:

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Ep. 138: Classroom STEAM integration through music...

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2022/08/16

Learn how schools are organically integrating STEAM education while differentiating their innovative offerings… and within their budget parameters. We discuss the benefits of bringing music production & songwriting into the classroom; why it’s such a hit with students, parents, and teachers alike; and resources to get started in your school. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode138 Connect with us: Newsletter:

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