Description
Friday, October 23 • 7-8:30 PM • BKCM Prospect Park West (963 President St.)
This is the first in a series of events hosted at the new Music Therapy Institute in the new Joel Foundation Concert Hall at BKCM Prospect Park West.
Are you excited about playing music and improvising? Are you looking for a way to destress as the weather gets colder? Are you a musician who’s curious about how improvisation is used in music therapy? Join us for a special night in the brand new Joel Foundation Concert Hall at BKCM Prospect Park West. Open to all musical backgrounds—no musical training required.
Led by BKCM Music Therapist Dan Saks, MT-BC, Playing into Presence uses musical improvisation as a catalyst for self-reflection, stress relief, and community-building. Using a menagerie of pitched and unpitched percussion instruments, participants will learn how to use improvisational music-making as a tool for exploring mindfulness.
You’ll practice anchored attention, shifting your focus away from racing thoughts to move into the present moment. The practice isn’t about playing “correct” notes; it’s about noticing your body and your mind, staying present with the dynamic shifts around you, and using sound as a mirror for self-discovery.
About Dan Saks
Dan Saks, MT-BC is a board certified music therapist, musician, and author based in Brooklyn, NY. Grounded in an active approach to music making, his clinical and creative work sits at the intersection of music, play, and self expression. Dan uses music as a tool for communication and connection, creating judgment free spaces where participants can freely explore their innate creativity. Beyond his clinical practice, he produces the podcast Noodle Loaf, designs music centered games, and writes books for children and families.
Tickets
Tickets are $20, and a discount code is available for BKCM music therapists and faculty members.