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In alphabetical order, these are the top 100 most-requested songs in my music therapy groups for adults with intellectual disabilities (ranging in age from 22-60). This list is a good place to start for interns and music therapists who are building up their repertoire for this population. Many of these songs will be familiar to clients who have grown up in the United States. Remember that each group consists of unique individuals with their own preferences! Ask your clients about their favorite songs. It's likely that multiple members of the group will enjoy some of the same artists. *The lyrics to some of these songs may be inappropriate for your setting - you can modify accordingly or use a different song!
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Ian Kellett
3/3/2022 04:05:42 am
Many thanks for the suggestions. I work with vulnerable adults and people with dementia. Finding song suggestions to keep it fresh while familiar isn’t so easy and this list is very welcome. Maybe you could open it for suggestions?
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Kirstie Gallacher-Ang
3/3/2022 10:34:07 pm
Hi Ian! Thanks for reading and taking the time to leave a comment, I'm really touched and I hope that this was useful to you. It's been two years since I posted this list and I'm sure it could use an update! I would love to hear your suggestions for songs or requests for other music therapy-related content. Feel free to leave a comment or contact me via email (info@rubatomusictherapy.com).
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Jeanette LaVoy
8/5/2023 11:20:57 am
I will go through my song lists (dozens, perhaps some repeats) and send them to you. You have made a spectacular list!
Jeanette LaVoy
8/5/2023 11:19:07 am
WONDERFUL!!! SO HELPFUL!!!
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Nerine
9/25/2023 12:57:28 pm
I work with Intellectually disabled adults and was looking for activities to do with them and music was top of my list. I came across your list and want to thank you. I will definitely be doing this with them.
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