Melinda's Music

I am the “THERAPEUTIC MUSIC COACH.” Offering musical strategies for best Brain health 🎶 🧠.

Melinda's Music specializes in Neurological Challenges for all ages (including Stroke, Tramatic Brain Injury, Dementia and more). In 2012, we became the first Music Therapy Consultant to work for a School District in Orange County, NY HOme and facility visits are available for individuals suffering from general depression, low self-esteem and a variety of medical ailments.

02/08/2026

Love this! Doing anything fun today?

Set the intention to lean toward good-feeling thoughts and energy…If we show up with the intention of joy and with a presence of excitement, then inspiration and brilliant ideas will come to us naturally ✨

02/04/2026

Tonight at midnight ( if you happen to be awake 2/6/2026), begins registration for my Early Childhood Music Class for ages 3 months through toddler) at Albert Wisner Public Library. Click the link below. Group size is limited. Can’t wait to see/meet old friends and new friends!

February 27, 2026 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am - Melinda’s Music has been a tradition at the Albert Wisner Public Library for over 25 years. She is now semi-retired but excited to come back to share the joy of music for both toddlers and their caregivers. Melinda Burgard has a Master’s Degree in Music ...

02/03/2026

Great for anyone’s brainhealth!

Why are we always crossing the midline during our workouts?
Because it engages the brain more fully!
Our workouts are designed to exercise both your body and your mind. To learn more, go to powerforparkinsons.org/blog/crossingthemidline

01/31/2026

On Zoom! For free-Highly recommended!

Join us for this special online event!

01/26/2026

Name a song that unites everyone…
(Comment below)

01/11/2026

About stuffed animals and Dementia- it could also relate to realistic looking baby dolls. A great comfort for some. For others, it’s not their thing-either is fine. All people living with Dementia are individuals with different life stories. Let’s offer respect and meet them where THEY are at!

01/10/2026

Get ready to sparkle! Please mark your calendars to sign up on February 6th at Albert Wisner Public Library, because I'm dusting off my maracas and reigniting the joyful rhythms of Early Childhood Music for ages toddlers and younger , after a well-deserved break, on Friday, February 27th from 10:30am to 11am. I'm overjoyed to share this celebration of music and movement with familiar and new faces, making unforgettable moments together!

01/07/2026

Great opportunity for Seniors in Orange County, NY!

We hope everyone had a happy start to their New Year! ✨

JFS is excited to be hosting another Enrichment in Aging Counseling Group. The group will be held every Thursday from 1:30pm to 3:00pm on the following dates:
1/15, 1/22, 1/29, 2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 2/26, and 3/5.

The group will be held at our office, located at 720 Route 17M, Middletown, NY 10940.

The group will cover a different topic each week, including Redefining Independence & Autonomy, Cognitive Flexibility & Lifelong Adaption, and more.

This is a closed-member group— there are limited spaces available. If you are interested, we encourage you to contact Loretta Trinco, LMSW, to register as soon as possible by contacting her at (845) 341-1173 x302 or by email at ltrinco@jfsorange.org.

12/31/2025

A great “semi-retired”year of initiating a new Memory Cafe, Best Brain Health through Music & Movement groups at local Senior Center and Public Library, as well as supporting Mental Health initiatives. Met some amazing new people while always keeping past clients in my heart.
Looking forward to see how 2026 unfolds.

Happy New Year!!

12/30/2025

You can begin today. It’s about what happens during the “process,” not necessarily the product. The “product “ can be important for educational goals, but for many of us, we just want to “express”- and the artist within ourselves is always available. Breathe.

12/20/2025

Video from 2022, but still helpful advice

12/19/2025

Melinda's Music extends warm wishes for a year filled with peace, love, joy, and the resilience to foster positive transformation, happiness, and well-being.

Address

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Greenwood Lake, NY
10925

Telephone

+18459874750

Website

http://www.melindasmusic.com/

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Our Story

Melinda's Music, based in Orange County, NY, has been in existence since 1996 specializing in treating and educating people about Neurological Challenges and how Music can be a vital part of enriching, offering emotional expression and healing of one’s life (including Stroke, Tramatic Brain Injury, Dementia and more). Facilitated by NYU Master’s Degree in Music Therapy graduate, Certified Music Therapist, and NYS Licensed Creative Arts Therapist (LCAT) Melinda Marks Burgard, has created opportunities for Music Therapy Programming throughout the entire tristate area. Melinda’s Music currently offers the following programs:

1 hour Workshops: Music Therapy: Utilizing Therapeutic Music as a Tool in Dementia Care

FREE Music Social Programs for Family Members with their Loved Ones who are living with Alzheimer’s and related dementias. Current locations: Warwick, Middletown and Monticello, NY Call the Alzheimer’s Association for info: 1.800.272.3900

School year monthly Early Childhood Programs for Residents of Greenwood Lake Public Library as well as Albert Wisner Public Library. Call each individual library for more information.

In the fall of 1988, I began my education at NYU-- and today, I am anxious to share vital information that can help so many - without the side effect of medications. My experiences as an Entrepreneural Music Therapist included learning how to fund raise, market and create brand new Music Therapy programs in places where no one had ever heard of Music Therapy. I am proud to be a Champion and Pioneer of Music Therapy programs in Orange County, NY. In 2018, I became an award winning Music Therapy Consultant, as the Hudson Valley Alzheimer’s Association recognized my accomplishments and presented me with an award for my over 10 years of offering FREE Music Social programs throughout the entire Hudson Valley.

At this point in my career, I want to share my vast knowledge by offering all kinds of workshops to invite everyone to learn about the therapeutic qualities of Music (as well as other creative arts)- to help themselves and others. Private consultations are also available.

Albert Wisner Public Library, Warwick, NY

Florida Public Library, Florida, NY;

Orange County Childcare Council, Goshen, NY

Braemar Senior Living, Middletown, NY

Action Towards Independence, Monticello, NY

Greenwood Lake Public Library

Atria on the Hudson, Ossining, NY

Want people to know your staff/family has been properly trained how to use music in a therapeutic way? Email me: Melindasmusic@cs.com or call 845.987.4750