Daniel Burrows
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5/13/2020
Topic:
Students with Disabilities
Daniel Burrows
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I have worked with several students with disabilities over the years. I have worked with IND students who could not read at the kindergarten level who could follow along and play both the piano and the guitar. I have used programs like Simply piano and 4 chords and I have been amazed at how well some of these students were able to track along and play the correct chords. I have also modified instruments to accommodate students with physical dexterity challenges. I have learned not to assume that a student can not do something musically just because they struggle with other academics. If they are given the opportunity often times they will really surprise you with their talents and what they can do. I currently have an IND student who I truly believe if he was able to receive private piano lessons could make a living playing. He learns piano very quickly and has dexterity that rivals or surpasses my own. He truly amazes me! |