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 […]
Category Archives: Singing
Jewish Heritage
This month, I became more aware of Jewish ancestors who are part of my family’s heritage. Mom told me hair-raising stories of happenings to her grandpa and great-aunt during WWII, […]
Sensory-Friendly Return of “Horton the Elephant”
Boulder’s Public Library hosted another sensory-friendly concert with the Boulder Philharmonic’s String Quartet, with me as emcee and solo singer. This concert series is gaining momentum and providing an important […]
“Lunch and Learn” plus Cantabile Update
I was invited to speak for the Lunch and Learn program at Horizons School, addressing the 5th – 8th graders. Attendance is voluntary, and the group was the largest they’ve […]
Interesting Instruments
I’ve been practicing ukulele since last month, singing while strumming accompanying chords. I love traditional Hawaiian music, in which men frequently use their falsetto voice – I totally love doing […]
Brainsong Concerts
This summer, I’ve performed in two Brainsong Concerts: sensory-friendly events put on by Julie Marshall of Lafayette (www.brainsong.net) and specifically geared towards autism families. In June, Boulder Ballet dancers collaborated […]
Benjamin’s “Music Breaking Barriers” Project
Most deeply-felt thanks to all who attended my acapella vocal concert! Although my official graduation happened in December, I’ve spent considerable time at Fairview this semester, rehearsing with my wonderful […]
Music Breaking Barriers: A Sensory Friendly Concert
by Sara McCrea on May 16, 2016 in Student News for Fairview’s Royal Banner Sometimes a person’s passion is so powerful that it can bring people together and break barriers. […]
Community Connections
I’ve made such nice connections within our community this spring: In February, I was honored to give several autism trainings for the Boulder Police Department, right in the middle of […]
“Boulder Phil and Benjamin” Concert
My newest outreach efforts – sensory friendly concerts! I just had a blast performing for a lively, enthusiastic audience of families dealing with autism at the Boulder Public Library auditorium—a […]
