Musical programming for the young at heart.

🎶 Musical Encounters Inc. is thrilled to present our April special programming. This month’s programs are centered around hope, renewal, cultural celebration, and timeless music your residents will love.

UPDATES

[🌸]  Easter: Songs of Hope & Renewal
A beautiful and inspiring program celebrating faith, joy, and new beginnings through timeless hymns and spring favorites.
Sample songs include:
• Easter Parade
• Amazing Grace
• In the Garden
• The Old Rugged Cross
• The Hallelujah Chorus

[🌦️]  April Showers – A Celebration of Rain & Renewal
A nostalgic and joyful musical journey featuring beloved rain-themed classics that remind us brighter days are always ahead.
Sample songs include:
• Singing in the Rain
• Raindrops Keep Falling on My Head
• Blue Eyes Crying in the Rain
• Here Comes the Sun
• Somewhere Over the Rainbow

[✡️]  Passover: Songs of Freedom & Tradition
A meaningful and educational musical experience honoring liberation, resilience, and cultural heritage.
Sample songs include:
• Dayenu
• Let My People Go (Go Down, Moses)
• Mi Chamocha
• Swing Low, Sweet Chariot
• Wade in the Water

[🎷]  Life & Music of Billie Holiday – Musical Lecture Program
An engaging musical lecture exploring the powerful life and legacy of one of jazz’s most influential voices.
Sample songs include:
• God Bless the Child
• All of Me
• Summertime
• Lover Man
• What a Little Moonlight Can Do

[🎹]  Life & Music of Duke Ellington – Musical Lecture Program
A dynamic tribute to one of America’s greatest composers and bandleaders.
Sample songs include:
• Take the “A” Train
• Mood Indigo
• It Don’t Mean a Thing (If It Ain’t Got That Swing)
• Sophisticated Lady
• In a Sentimental Mood

[🎙️]  Life & Music of Ella Fitzgerald – Musical Lecture Program
Celebrate “The First Lady of Song” through storytelling and timeless jazz standards.
Sample songs include:
• A-Tisket, A-Tasket
• Blue Skies
• Cheek to Cheek
• Dream a Little Dream of Me
• Summertime
 
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​May 2026 MEPAP Course Announcement:
We are excited to announce that Ms. Alsandria Miller, MA, ACC/EDU, AC-BC, CDP, a licensed instructor with the NCCAP, will be offering the following standardized MEPAP courses:


Curriculum for Activity Director Certification (ADC) 
Fridays and Sundays - 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM EST
From May 8, 2026, to August 28, 2026

               OR

From September 11, 2026, to December 20, 2026

Fridays - 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM EST

and Sundays - 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM EST.


Registration is open via the NCCAP website for Ms. Miller's class: https://www.nccap.org/licensed-instructor-Alsandria-Miller

May 2026 Alzheimer’s Disease & Dementia Care Seminar Announcement:

We are excited to announce that Musical Encounters, Inc. will be hosting an Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Care Seminar led by Lisa Clerman, CTRS, CDP, CVW, CADDCT, CDCM. This seminar is designed for healthcare professionals, administrators, activity staff, and individuals working directly with those living with dementia.
This seminar is also a required educational seminar for individuals pursuing Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP) certification through the NCCDP.
Location:
106 N Bend Terrace
Glen Burnie, MD 21060
Date: Saturday, May 2, 2026
Time: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Doors open at 8:10 AM
Seminar Fee: $225 per person
(Includes seminar instruction and student notebook)
Registration Deadline: April 15, 2026
If you plan to apply for CDP certification after completing the seminar, please use the official NCCDP links below:
Apply for CDP Certification (Step 1):
https://portal.nccdp.org/certificate/cdp_step1
CDP Certification Information & Requirements:
https://www.nccdp.org/cdp/

🎶 Musical Encounters Inc. is excited to share our 2026 Wellness & Music Program offers, thoughtfully designed to support resident engagement, mobility, and emotional well-being throughout the year. Each session blends therapeutic benefits with the joy of live music, delivered by our team of trained, professional musicians.

Below you will find an overview of our 2026 Wellness programs:

🎵 Candlelight Yoga (Evenings)

A calming, end-of-day experience featuring gentle stretches, deep breathing, and relaxing live music to help residents unwind and reduce anxiety.

🎶 Music & Movement (Mid-Day/Afternoons 1-2 or 4-5)

An energizing, rhythmic session that promotes mobility, coordination, and joyful participation through melody-based movement.

🌞 WakeUp & Wiggle (Mornings 8:30-10 am)

A playful, uplifting routine designed to activate the body and mind first thing in the morning, perfect for setting a positive tone for the day.

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Each program is fully customizable to meet the needs of your residents, with options for:


Chair-based or standing participation
Memory care adjustments
Small or large group sessions
Seasonal themes
One-time events or recurring bookings

We look forward to continuing to serve your residents with meaningful, uplifting musical experiences in 2026.

📧 Contact us today at musicalenc@aol.com or musicalenc54@gmail.com