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By Dawn M Chiossi usic, dance and creative arts. It engages all of the senses. For both kids and adults, it is not only fun, it can also be therapeutic. In the world of pure imagination, people can be anything or anyone they want to be. By utilizing imagination, all things are possible. For kids with autism, this is especially important. By making learning fun, Turtle Dance Music LLC is helping kids of all abilities come out of their shells. Staunchly believing that learning takes place in and out of the classroom, Turtle Dance Music Company LLC, was founded by Livingston Alumni Matt Mazur and David Colicchio. Geared toward children in Pre- K, Kindergarten to 5th Grade, and also children with autism, Turtle Dance Music Company combines arts like music, dance and even theater to spark the imagination and curiosity about learning. Their motto is to further both early childhood development and autism intervention through sensory-friendly shows and concepts. According to Mazur, the most essential thing about their programs is engaging the children creatively, teaching them about important social, emotional and educational topics.
Coming up with the idea for Turtle Dance Music Company was kind of a no brainer for this Livingston Grad, Class of 2006. Throughout his school career, he was very involved with music and theater and gravitated towards the arts. He has worked as a teacher, musician and Autism Intervention Specialist. The company’s programs are filled with hands-on, sensory experiences. They are just perfect for both kids, adults, and the whole family. Excitedly telling that some of their shows are great for children on the autism spectrum scale, and others are focused for STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) programs. He’s hard-pressed to choose a favorite, he enjoys them all equally. Mazur tells that the main show they do for schools, libraries, families, and autism centers is their “Music Bubble and Comedy Show: Why Reading Rocks!” This is a high energy music and comedy show about why reading rocks. This inclusive program is filled with songs, bubbles, comedy, and music technology. It’s wonderful for children, children on the autism spectrum scale, parents and caregivers. Each song in the show is accompanied by hands-on, visual and sensory experi-
ences. During the program, kids can sing, dance, and understand why reading is so important to the future. With “Space! The Cosmos For Kids”, children in grades Pre-K to 2nd, grades 3-5 and families, can enjoy this techno-space dance party. Soar to new heights when Information about the universe is filled with music, technology, and a thumping beat. “Songs That Count” is just perfect for children who love to count, read, and make up original hiphop beats. This is an inclusive, autism-friendly
program filled with music movements and counting activities. With “Songs That Count,” it is for sure that addition and subtraction will never be considered boring again. Participants get into the act playing instruments, trying out interactive technologies, and dancing. “Wally and the Water Cycle,” and “Why Ecosystems Rock” explains biodiversity, evaporation, condensation, and more. Through creativity, these great programs make important issues understandable, creative and fun. continued on page 4