Tweedle - Home of Music With Monica

30/04/2026

🎉 Big news for our QPAH community

We’re thrilled to celebrate Jorja, our wonderful Registered Music Therapist, who has just been appointed to the Australian Music Therapy Association's National Ethics Committee.

This committee guides and upholds ethical practice for Registered Music Therapists across Australia, supporting safe, evidence‑based care for people of all ages and abilities. Jorja’s appointment is a testament to her integrity, leadership and passion for the profession.

We’re so proud to have her representing QPAH at a national level. Please help us congratulate Jorja in the comments below 👇👇🏼👇🏿

📸 Headshot of Jorja

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28/04/2026

🎤✨ Singchronous is on this afternoon ✨🎤

Our all ages, all abilities choir meets today at 4.30pm at our Southport clinic, and everyone is welcome to come along and add their voice to the joy.

No experience needed - just bring your enthusiasm, your love of music and your sense of community. It’s always a highlight of the week.

See you there for connection, creativity and plenty of smiles.

24/04/2026

🌹ANZAC Day
Today we pause to honour the courage, service and sacrifice of the ANZACs and all who have served. We’re grateful for the strength, resilience and community spirit they’ve helped shape across Australia and New Zealand.

lest we forget.

Our Varsity Lakes clinic is closed today for the ANZAC Day public holiday.
Our Southport clinic is not open on Saturdays.

We look forward to welcoming our QPAH families back on Monday.

📸 Poppy "lest we forget" infographic.

23/04/2026

There was a real buzz at this week… and for good reason.
We kicked off our music therapy program for healthy ageing with 18 incredible residents - and what a way to start!

With buckets, drumsticks and a room full of energy, the group explored movement to music, rhythm and group singing - creating music together from the very first session.

This program is all about:
🌟Trying something new
🌟Meeting new people
🌟Supporting cognitive and emotional wellbeing
🌟Keeping the body moving through rhythm and coordinated movement.

And the impact?
Connection. Laughter. Energy. Confidence.

We were all buzzing by the end of the session - and that’s exactly what music can do.
A huge thank you to the philanthropic support that made this program possible. Opportunities like this matter - they create space for people to stay active, connected and engaged at every stage of life.

📹 Here’s a glimpse of the group in action - bucket drumming, moving and making music together.

22/04/2026

"The brain actually treats speech like music, with newborns focusing on features of pitch, rhythm and speed."

"Music education should ideally start nine months before the birth of the mother."

"Attending a parent and baby music class is great for both the musical input and the social connections and will be much more fun if you join in as well."

https://theconversation.com/my-baby-loves-childrens-music-but-i-dont-what-can-we-listen-to-together-274525?utm_term=Autofeed&utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Facebook&fbclid=Iwb21leARTacRleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAwzNTA2ODU1MzE3MjgAAR5z1iChhUIZL11yWVeP68Dfiv1ZjDHRm4xJKIxNSpmmgpTUQGBT312mUqqVjQ_aem_th8Nc9PaCxTCW6e-VSeUvQ

There is a huge variety of musical material you can engage with together, so there will definitely be songs to suit everyone.

21/04/2026

🎤✨ Singchronous is on again this afternoon ✨🎤
Our all ages and abilities choir is back at 4.30pm at our Southport clinic, and everyone is welcome to come along and lift their voice with us.
No experience needed, just a love of music, connection and community. If you’ve been thinking about joining, today’s a great day to give it a go.
See you at 4.30pm for another joyful session!

16/04/2026

🎶 Term 2 Twinkle Tunes is officially open!
Our early childhood music groups are back next week and spots are already filling fast across Townsville, the Gold Coast and Tweed Heads.

If your little one loves music, movement and playful connection, Twinkle Tunes is the perfect way to support early communication, regulation and social skills in a fun, welcoming environment led by our Registered Music Therapists.

✨ Small groups
✨ All abilities welcome
✨ Evidence-based musical play
✨ Perfect for babies, toddlers and preschoolers.

With several classes close to capacity, now is the time to secure your place for Term 2.
👉 More info and bookings: https://qpah.com.au/group-programs/unlock-the-magic-of-our-musical-toddler-and-baby-classes/

We can’t wait to make music with you next week.

15/04/2026

🎶 What a night!
Our FREE Singchronous all abilities choir gathering last night was a beautiful way to close World Music Therapy Week. The room was full of voices, AAC, Auslan, movement and connection as our community came together to celebrate the power of music therapy.
Thank you to every singer, supporter and family who joined us. Your energy made the night feel joyful and deeply meaningful.
World Music Therapy Week reminds us why we do what we do: music brings people together, supports communication & regulation and creates moments of belonging for all ages and all abilities. Last night was the perfect example of this.
We’re already excited for next week’s session. Everyone is welcome to join Singchronous on Tuesdays from 4.30pm to 6pm at our Southport clinic. Visit www.qpah.com.au to RSVP.

10/04/2026

This is why we do what we do 💙

To celebrate World Music Therapy Week, our Registered Music Therapists share what they love about being an RMTin this video clip but they would love to share in person with you, too!

YOU ARE INVITED TO COME AND MAKE MUSIC WITH US AT OUR SINGCHRONOUS ALL-ABILITIES CHOIR (no musical talent required 😉)
🗓Tuesday 14 April 2026
🕟4:30pm-6:00pm (light refreshments provided)
🏫120 Queen St, Southport QLD
💲FREE
📩Comment below to RSVP or email info@qpah.com.au

Every day, we see how music creates connection -
and how connection creates change.

From first moments of communication
to building confidence and independence…
this is why music therapy matters.

Explore how we can support you: https://qpah.com.au/world-music-therapy-week-music-therapy-gold-coast/

Australian Music Therapy Association

10/04/2026

🎶 World Music Therapy Week is here! 🎵
This week we join the global celebration led by the World Federation of Music Therapy and the Australian Music Therapy Association to highlight the power of music therapy and the Registered Music Therapists who make it possible.
To celebrate, we’re hosting a FREE Singchronous all‑ages, all‑abilities choir session on Tuesday 14 April from 4.30pm to 6pm at our Southport clinic.
Everyone is welcome. No experience needed. Just bring your voice and your joy.
Let’s celebrate connection, community and the magic of music therapy.

🔗Learn more: https://www.austmta.org.au/news-and-events/events/world-music-therapy-week/

Australian Music Therapy Association (AMTA) is the peak body for the music therapy profession in Australia.

09/04/2026

✨ Term 2 Twinkle Tunes enrolments are now open ✨
Our much‑loved early childhood music classes are back for another term of singing, movement and joyful connection with our Registered Music Therapists.
Twinkle Tunes is a playful, evidence‑based music program for babies, toddlers and preschoolers. Each session supports early development through rhythm, repetition and child‑led musical play, helping little ones build confidence, communication and connection in a warm, welcoming space.
🎵 Perfect for:
• Babies, toddlers and preschoolers
• Little ones who love music and movement
• Families wanting a fun weekly activity that also supports development.
🎵 You can expect:
• Live music with a Registered Music Therapist
• Singing, instruments and movement
• Sensory‑friendly activities
• A supportive group environment for children and grown‑ups.
📅 Term 2 enrolments now open
📍 Gold Coast, Tweed Heads and Townsville
🌐 Book your spot: tweedle.com.au/services/music-with-monica/
🔗 Booking link in bio.
Spots fill quickly each term, and we’d love to welcome you for a beautiful season of music and connection.

📹Registered Music Therapist, Ellie singing "Old MacDonald Had a Farm" to mums and bubs.