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Musical Connections – Arabian Tunes

About This Program

Group leaders Arabic Music Leader Sam Himmat and singer Marsil Al Sulaiman will lead you through a variety of songs. Lyrics are provided so you can follow along and express yourself through music. Songs span from a variety of eras and a wide range of musical styles.

The Musical Connections series provides an opportunity for people living with dementia and their friends and family to experience a live, in-person or virtual musical performances.

Details

Presented By

The Dementia Society of Ottawa and Renfrew County

Date and Time

Every 2nd Wednesday
January 4 - June 21
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Cost

No charge

Location

East OttawaWest Ottawa and Refrew County

What You Can Expect

1

Relax and enjoy music of different genres.

2

Interact with the artists.

3

Request music that may be meaningful to the person living with dementia.

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“Highly beneficial for my father. The session is interactive, from the reading of the songs, to singing, to the music, to the social aspect, all great stimulation for the brain.”

– Arabian Tunes Participant

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Arabian Tunes Online Session – August 2020

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