Quite simply, music brings meaning into moments, but on a more complex level, music impacts brain function and human behaviour. It reduces stress, relieves pain, and improves symptoms of isolation and depression. It boosts our mood, enhances our memory, and motivates us.

Over thirty years working as a music therapist, I’ve witnessed the power of music in people as young as two months to 104. From the classroom to corrections, the boardroom to the palliative care, and everywhere in between the impact of music is nothing short of transformational. 

Made up of a highlight reel of stories I’ve gathered throughout my career, coupled with research and strategies to implement, this interactive keynote will ensure your audience stays tuned in.

• Explore new research that amplifies the work happening at the intersection of music, health, and neuroscience.
• Hear real stories that demonstrate how music – when used with intention – can reduce stress and anxiety while igniting creativity required for new ideas and problem-solving.
• Identify how music is a communication bridge, one that can help individuals express and process their most significant life challenges, difficult transitions, and at times, an unexpected health crisis.

Tune In demonstrates that when we experience the right music in the right way, renewal follows – one note at a time.

Presenter: Jennifer Buchanan
Jennifer Buchanan’s company, JB Music Therapy (JBMT), has been instrumental in the implementation of hundreds of music therapy programs throughout Canada since 1991, and has been thrice nominated for the Community Impact Award by the Calgary Chamber of Commerce. JBMT is a team of 18 Certified Music Therapists (MTAs) serving all ages in medical, education and community care settings. Jennifer is the author of several books including - Tune In (2015),  Wellness Incorporated (2019) — and her most recent Wellness, Wellplayed: The Power of a Playlist

This session WILL be recorded, but only available to registered participants.