Cultural Arts
Trails Music Lessons
At Trails Recreation Center, we are proud to offer music lessons that cater to all abilities, with a focus on creating an inclusive, supportive, and creative environment. Currently, our music division specializes in offering lessons for neurodivergent teens and tweens, providing them with personalized instruction tailored to their individual needs and learning styles. Our experienced instructors work closely with students to foster a love for music, build confidence, and develop skills in a way that is engaging and supportive.
We aim to expand our offerings to include music lessons for all ages and abilities. Whether you’re looking to learn an instrument, explore vocal techniques, or simply enjoy the therapeutic benefits of music, we’re here to support you every step of the way.
Benefits of Music Lessons:
- Confidence Building: Music lessons provide an opportunity for teens and tweens to express themselves and build confidence in their abilities.
- Improved Focus and Attention: Learning to play an instrument or sing can help improve focus, attention, and concentration.
- Creativity and Self-Expression: Music is a powerful form of creative expression that allows students to communicate in new ways.
- Emotional Regulation: Music can be therapeutic, helping students process emotions and improve emotional regulation.
- Motor Skill Development: Playing instruments helps develop fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.
Music Class Descriptions
Music Class Descriptions
Music & Me: Parent-Tot Music
Welcome to the Music and Me group! This is a special social gathering designed to strengthen the bonds between parents and their children while fostering connections with other families. Through the power of music, we create a nurturing environment where socialization and development thrives. This fun and engaging group is designed for parents, caregivers, and their little ones. This interactive session promotes sensory exploration, language skills, and social connection in a welcoming environment. No music experience is needed– Just bring your voice, enthusiasm, and love for your little one!
Music for Neurodivergent Teens and Tweens
This engaging music therapy group is designed to foster self-expression, positive social interactions, and emotional growth for neurodivergent teens and tweens. Using music as a tool for connection and self-discovery, participants will develop valuable skills in a fun and supportive environment. No music experience is required! Whether your teen is drawn to singing, rhythm, or just enjoys listening to music, there’s a place for them in this group.
Music Connections for Intellectual and/or Developmentally Disabled
Come join us for a fun, welcoming music class designed for young adults with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities! In this upbeat group, participants will explore rhythm, singing, movement, and instruments while building social connections and self-expression through music. No musical experience needed—just bring your love of music and willingness to try something new! This class supports creativity, confidence, and community in a safe and supportive environment. Facilitated by a board-certified music therapist (MT-BC), this group utilizes evidence-based music interventions to support social interaction, communication, emotional expression, motor coordination, and self-confidence. Participants will engage in structured and improvisational music-making, including singing, instrument play, movement to music, and collaborative activities in a supportive and inclusive setting. No prior music experience is required. Your instructor, Sonia Dominguez, MT-BC, CYT, ASDI is a neuro-affirming, trauma-informed, and humanistic clinician with a background in serving people of all ages achieve their goals through therapeutic music experiences. With a degree in music therapy and additional training in yoga, psychological first aid, polyvagal theory, and autism-specialized care, she is equipped to support the neurological, emotional, social, motoric, and sensory needs of those who work with her. Sonia is the Lead Music Therapist at Creative Remedies, a creative arts therapy and education collective located in Aurora, Colorado.
Register for a Youth Music Class
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Music & Me: Parent-Tot Music (ages:6months-2years)
Welcome to the Music and Me group! This is a special social gathering designed to strengthen the bonds between parents and their children while fostering connections with other families. Through the power of music, we create a nurturing environment where socialization and development thrives. This fun and engaging group is designed for parents, caregivers, and their little ones. This interactive session promotes sensory exploration, language skills, and social connection in a welcoming environment. No music experience is needed– Just bring your voice, enthusiasm, and love for your little one!
Check Music & Me Group Class Availability
| Class Name | Age Group | Days | Time | Start Date | End Date | Registration Start | Open Spots | Enroll |
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| These classes are currently unavailable. | ||||||||
Neurodivergent Tweens Music Group: 10-13 years
Welcome to the Neurodivergent Tweens Music Group! This engaging music therapy group is designed to foster self-expression, positive social interactions, and emotional growth for neurodivergent tweens ages 10-13. Using music as a tool for connection and self-discovery, participants will develop valuable skills in a fun and supportive environment.
In our sessions, we will use engaging music therapy techniques such as songwriting, instrument play, musical games, rhythm-based activities, and music listening to achieve the following goals:
- Self-Expression: Encouraging creative expression through songwriting, improvisation, and music sharing.
- Positive Social Interactions: Engaging in cooperative music-making to build peer connections.
- Community Building/Inclusion: Creating a safe and supportive environment where each participant feels valued.
- Self-Advocacy Skills: Practicing self-expression and boundary-setting through personalized music activities.
- Body Awareness: Incorporating movement-based music activities to promote mindfulness and body awareness.
- Emotional Identification: Exploring emotions through lyric analysis, instrument play, songwriting, and other music activities.
No music experience is required! Whether your tween is drawn to singing, rhythm, or just enjoys listening to music, there’s a place for them in this group.
Check Neurodivergent Tweens Music Group Class Availability
| Class Name | Age Group | Days | Time | Start Date | End Date | Registration Start | Open Spots | Enroll |
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| These classes are currently unavailable. | ||||||||
Neurodivergent Teen Music Group: 14-17 years
Welcome to the Neurodivergent Teens Music Group! This engaging music therapy group is designed to foster self-expression, positive social interactions, and emotional growth for neurodivergent teens ages 14-17. Using music as a tool for connection and self-discovery, participants will develop valuable skills in a fun and supportive environment.
In our sessions, we will use engaging music therapy techniques such as songwriting, instrument play, musical games, rhythm-based activities, and music listening to achieve the following goals:
- Self-Expression: Encouraging creative expression through songwriting, improvisation, and music sharing.
- Positive Social Interactions: Engaging in cooperative music-making to build peer connections.
- Community Building/Inclusion: Creating a safe and supportive environment where each participant feels valued.
- Self-Advocacy Skills: Practicing self-expression and boundary-setting through personalized music activities.
- Body Awareness: Incorporating movement-based music activities to promote mindfulness and body awareness.
- Emotional Identification: Exploring emotions through lyric analysis, instrument play, songwriting, and other music activities.
No music experience is required! Whether your teen is drawn to singing, rhythm, or just enjoys listening to music, there’s a place for them in this group.
Check Neurodivergent Teens Music Group Class Availability
| Class Name | Age Group | Days | Time | Start Date | End Date | Registration Start | Open Spots | Enroll |
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| These classes are currently unavailable. | ||||||||
Music Connections for Intellectual and/or Developmentally Disabled
Come join us for a fun, welcoming music class designed for young adults with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities! In this upbeat group, participants will explore rhythm, singing, movement, and instruments while building social connections and self-expression through music. No musical experience needed—just bring your love of music and willingness to try something new! This class supports creativity, confidence, and community in a safe and supportive environment. Facilitated by a board-certified music therapist (MT-BC), this group utilizes evidence-based music interventions to support social interaction, communication, emotional expression, motor coordination, and self-confidence. Participants will engage in structured and improvisational music-making, including singing, instrument play, movement to music, and collaborative activities in a supportive and inclusive setting. No prior music experience is required. Your instructor, Sonia Dominguez, MT-BC, CYT, ASDI is a neuro-affirming, trauma-informed, and humanistic clinician with a background in serving people of all ages achieve their goals through therapeutic music experiences. With a degree in music therapy and additional training in yoga, psychological first aid, polyvagal theory, and autism-specialized care, she is equipped to support the neurological, emotional, social, motoric, and sensory needs of those who work with her. Sonia is the Lead Music Therapist at Creative Remedies, a creative arts therapy and education collective located in Aurora, Colorado.
Check Music Connections Group Class Availability
| Class Name | Age Group | Days | Time | Start Date | End Date | Registration Start | Open Spots | Enroll |
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| These classes are currently unavailable. | ||||||||
Music Lessons
Frequently
Asked
Questions
What will my tween or teen do in the group?
Q: What will my tween or teen do in the group?
A: Your child will engage in a variety of music therapy activities, including songwriting, instrument play, musical games, rhythm activities, and music listening. They will also practice social skills, emotional expression, and mindfulness.
Is this a group or individual session?
Q: Is this a group or individual session?
A: The group is a collaborative, group-based session where participants will work together on various music activities.
What are the benefits of music therapy for neurodivergent tweens and teens?
Q: What are the benefits of music therapy for neurodivergent tweens and teens?
A: Music therapy helps develop social, emotional, and cognitive skills, promotes self-expression, and provides a fun and supportive environment for learning and growth. It also helps build confidence and a sense of belonging in a group setting.
Who teaches the neurodivergent music group?
Q: Who teaches the neurodivergent music group?
A: Melissa Rink, Board Certified Music Therapist, brings extensive experience working with neurodivergent tweens and teens through her background in special education and her work at Creative Remedies, LLC. She uses a person-centered, neuro-affirming approach that prioritizes client autonomy, fostering a safe space where tweens can explore their strengths and connect with others. Melissa’s commitment to creating meaningful, engaging experiences through music makes her passionate about guiding participants toward self-expression, confidence, and positive social connections in the Neurodivergent Tweens Music Group.
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