MHTP: Music and Miracles
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MHTP: Music and Miracles 〰️
2023 Season of Giving: Music and Miracles
Below are the stories of music and miracles that the MHTP community has shared with their donations. Read about who has been a mentor to others, miracles through therapeutic music, wishes for the future, and more.
Thank you for helping us meet our goal! MHTP is deeply grateful for your contribution.
Join the MHTP community’s live release of Chinese lanterns with your dedications written on them, over the dark skies of Colorado. Join us on Zoom on December 30th at 8 p.m. EST, 7 p.m. CST, 6 p.m. MST, and 5 p.m. PST.
In Loving Memory
In loving memory of my dear niece, Wendy Jo Freshwater. Every day you live on in the hearts of all of us.-Carol Spears
My mother Nancy Reynolds and my Grandmother Nettie Sheldon- Tracy R.
In memory of my momma, JoAnn Woods, who never faltered in her belief that I could learn to play the harp- Sherry Nalsen
My piano teacher, Dr. Lynn Dean. There really are no words for the person who taught you all you know about theory and technique and music. Thank you doesn't feel like enough, but it will have to be. Rest in peace with the music of the angels, Doc Dean- Angela Brown
To my husband, Bob, who so deeply supported my harp and MHTP journey. I learned from him the grace and power of hope, and his spirit continues with me day by day- Debby Hix
In memory of Annabel Wolfson - Helen from Durham
In memory of Hugh White - Cindy Lewellen, Morgantown, WV
In memory of my Mom, Johanna Ross, who took me to piano lessons every Friday afternoon since I was six years old. Thanks to her, my musical seeds were planted. Her kindness and patience were ever-present. I always felt safe to play and explore on the piano in her presence.-Ami Sarasvati
In memory of my beloved youngest brother Fred Wilkie, who will live forever in my heart. -Martha Lewis
In memory of my mother, Mrs Annie E. Fields. I have seen and have experienced the effects of my voice as my instrument. Humming and singing appropriate music is a gift from above that has been a tool for an atmosphere for healing.-Veronica Boyd
In memory of Helaine of Ashland, OR - Elly of Ashland, OR
In Memory of Mary Biette. My friend Mary was deep in dementia and losing speech. I asked her husband if I could visit. Her husband was sceptical, but he agreed let me visit. As I was getting ready to leave, Mary’s husband gave me a hug and said, “If I hadn’t seen for myself the transformation in Mary, I wouldn’t have believed it. Please come again.” And I did, every week until she died. -Anne O.
In memory of our mother, Mary M. Spears from Linda, Gail, Carol -Elesa Gail Spears
In memory of our precious father, George Kenneth Spears (Punkin) from Linda, Gail, Carol- Elesa Gail Spears
For my beloved mother, Josephine Muscenti- Connie Muscenti
In memory of my mother, Winifred Madsen - Catherine Madsen
In Honor Of
In honor of, and gratitude for MHTP’s co-founders, Martha Lewis and Laurie Riley. Their vision, supported by many others over the last 30 years, created the strong foundation on which MHTP has flourished. Through their inspiration and efforts, thousands of patients, family members and healthcare workers have been soothed, supported, and made whole again by live therapeutic music from CMPS.-anonymous
Noel and Sally, my parents, in thanks for their support as I began my journey into music skills and appreciation. - Kathy from La Jolla
In honor of the MHTP students I have taught since 1997. I have been, and continue to be, inspired by your curiosity, musicality, dedication, compassion and desire to be of service.-Melinda
To the amazing students I have worked with over the years; their compassion and musicianship inspire me- Aline
This donation is dedicated to Joan and Hal Vayo To celebrate music and miracles. - Harry Vayo
My parents, Pam and Corky - Angela Brown
This donation is dedicated to::Charlie, Shannon, and Autumn - Angela Brown
This donation is dedicated to the patients that I am privileged to play for - Lynne Jones
This is in honor of Laurie Riley, one of our beloved co-founders, for whose mentorship, friendship, generosity, and inspiration I am profoundly grateful.-Sabrina F. from Indianapolis
Those for whom music helps heal- Mike H. from Austin
Celebrating Music & Miracles
To celebrate music and miracles- Skort Obsession
Several years ago, my dad broke his hip. He came through the surgery well, but the combination of being in the hospital and the drugs he was on made him delusional and agitated. I traveled to be with him and my brother, bringing my harp. I played my “hospital music” for him and it helped calm him. I stayed for about a week, playing for him everyday. A few days after I got home, my brother was with my dad in the late afternoon and he started to get agitated again. My brother held his hands and told him to close his eyes and pretend he could hear me playing my harp. My father closed his eyes and relaxed. My brother said my music “worked” even when I was 350 miles away. - Cindy Lewellen, Morgantown, WV
I grew up in a home where every school morning was greeted by music played on the turntable. I began piano lessons at age 10, sang in the church choir, had an affinity for singing in harmony even if I didn't know the music. My grandmother Clara paid for my first summer at the Interlochen Arts Academy. Music filled the air, a cacophony of melodies emanating from practice studios. I thought this is what heaven must be like. Now I play harp for patients in a hospital and I collaborate with the other CMPs there on musical compositions. That is a miracle to me.- Stacy S from Ann Arbor MI
MHTP has been a miracle for me and the patients I sing for. I would not have had a great start to a career if it wasn't for MHTP. This donation is dedicated to my father James Mernin who has Dementia and Mental Illness.-Catherine Mernin of Concord NH
Playing in the hospital every week, I witnessed the profound healing power of music. Being a CMP has been a great blessing for me, as well as for my patients and students.-Aline
To celebrate music and miracles- Shenée Rayford
MHTP came into my life at a time of deep searching with regard to my vocation. The timing was miraculous, emerging as light from darkness and providing a path for me to offer a ministry of healing and love with music on the harp. -Sabrina F. from Indianapolis
My Wish…
May the transformative power of live therapeutic music bring you peace, good health, and joy throughout 2024.-Carol Spears
Wishing that 2024 is filled with good health, love and peace for our MHTP community. - Anonymous
My wish is that the impact of therapeutic music will become more widely recognized and MHTP will flourish and grow.- Lynne Jones