Posts Tagged ‘Veterans’
#Veterans Rock
We are excited to begin our new segment – #VeteransRock. Alchemy Sky’s Veterans Music Project walks a small group of Veterans through the process of writing and recording original songs. We pull from a large network of music therapists, music producers, sessions players, and artists to help the songs that are in the hearts of…
Read MoreBridges To Mend
So many bridges to mend. So many hands to lend. So many lost friends. Looking for some silver lining in this touch of grey can be a fulltime job. One of the things that has warmed my heart are all the examples of music making things better and pulling people together. I think it shows…
Read MoreChange
“The only thing constant is change.” Heraclitus That quote is about 2,500 years old but it still works. Our new normal has come in like a lion. Things like getting a big hug from someone, meeting up with friends to wax philosophic or finding a great new hole in the wall bar are scarce these…
Read MoreMusic Makes It Better For Veterans
Going into the studio is always a thrill whether you’re an old pro or a brand newbie. The week of 12/16, our Veterans Music Project 2.0 went in with two new songs. Nine Veterans and our music producer (also a ten-year Army Veteran) worked hard for 13 weeks. For two hours every Monday night, we…
Read MoreSupport Our Veterans On #GivingTuesday
During our Veterans Music Project, you often see fingers flying across blank pages writing lyrics almost as if they can’t get them out fast enough. There is something cathartic about expressing thoughts and feelings through words and music. We are always amazed that our Veterans wish to explore some of the most vulnerable areas of their life. Who was…
Read MoreVeterans Can Sign Up Now For Free Music Project
Veterans living in the Greater Atlanta area can sign up for a free music project that is facilitated by Veterans. Please call 404-228-7079 or info@alchemysky.org. #MusicMakesItBetter #VeteransRock
Read MoreAlchemy Sky Receives Grant To Expand Music Therapy For Veterans
Atlanta, Georgia – January 3, 2018 – The Alchemy Sky Foundation received a grant from The Imlay Foundation to expand its music therapy for Veterans in Georgia. ASF funds and facilitates regular, on-site, music therapy sessions for older Veterans who call Georgia home. ASF hires board certified music therapists (MT-BC) to lead each session. Each session averages…
Read MoreAlchemy Sky In The News
A big thank you to Dr. Kimbery Sena Moore for her article on our Music Therapy program for Veterans. Please check here to visit Psychology Today to check out the article. Please also check out Dr. Moore’s Music Therapy Blog at MusicTherapyMaven.com/Welcome/ #MusicMakesItBetter
Read MoreCombat Medicine by Hip Hop Artist Doc Todd
Combat Medicine by Doc Todd is a sensational new album that presents us with fresh new hip hop with a twist. It is directed particularly at veterans, but its affecting, riveting lyrics and tough, straight-talking style will appeal to everyone. Though heartbreaking in places, this unflinching album will ultimately uplift the listener with its positive…
Read MoreRemember Our Veterans In Your Year-End Giving
Music has the power to change a life, to impact a soul, to heal us. Something magical happens when you hear a song from the past. It transports you back in time. Music can conjure up memories of the best times in our lives. Hearing the perfect song at the most imperfect time can brighten…
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