Busy Busy Busy
Whew, a busy few weeks! After my thrilling “Night of Inspiration” solo show, I performed in another sensory-friendly concert – this time, collaborating with the Boulder Philharmonic Brass Quintet. Along […]
“One-Man-Show”
I loved presenting my first, real one-man-show called Night of Inspiration at the Lakewood Cultural Center—their auditorium is a gem, and tech support was stellar. I loved being in the […]
Technology — Communication Concerns
from Malva: When Benjamin was in second grade, “Gameboys” were all the rage. Picking Benjamin up at school one afternoon, here’s what I observed: four of his classmates sitting lined […]
Elf – KoAloha – Meditation!
“Make it sparkle jolly twinkle jingle, shiny showy cheery kringle, razzle dazzle ring-a-lingle…” That’s from Elf, the musical that Benjamin performed in at the beginning of December– getting everyone in […]
Magical Music
I finally got to meet one of my all-time favorite choral composers! Several years ago, I sent Ola Gjeilo a fan letter (I had created a pottery piece based on […]
Keynote for Kennedy Krieger Institute
from Malva: The nationally known Kennedy Krieger Institute, based in Baltimore, has a dedicated autism division (lots of cutting-edge research and plenty of treatment options as well). Last spring, we […]
Grandma’s Garden
Temple Grandin often talks about “hands-on” work being particularly important in a life with autism, and I wholeheartedly agree. Gardening has become an almost daily activity, and I love how […]
Pee Little Thrigs and a Uke!
Appreciations to one of my favorite audiences – always ready to laugh deeply! BVSD transportation has its annual in-service/training each August, and this was my third time educating and performing […]
Spotlight on Benjamin and “BrainSong”
This Father’s Day, I loved meeting up with Colorado Symphony musicians and performing on my violin with them – with my dad smiling at me from the audience (along with […]
Spring Round Up
Fun opportunities, sprinkled throughout this spring, have added spice alongside my autism presentations and sensory-friendly concerts. I was invited to co-emcee the ASBC’s (Autism Society of Boulder County) annual gala […]
