What is SALTmusic?
SALTmusic builds upon the idea that all babies are born with innate musical ability and that musical communication can contribute to our multiple forms of language.
Offering musical, playful approaches which support speech, language and communication needs (SLCN), SALTmusic fosters a nurturing, safe space for parents and children to play together in a supported environment.
Taking the pressure off talking, through sound rich/talk poor environments; an improvisatory approach, based on observation, has been found to increase participants’ confidence and children’s vocalisations through musical play.
Through laughter, fun and a relaxed atmosphere we can support and nurture communication and the many languages of children.
Who is SALTMusic for?
SALTmusic sees communication as more than words and works with children and parents’ abilities to create an environment that celebrates and builds upon what they can do.
Participants have been from a variety of backgrounds – early years educators, learning officers from cultural organisations, artists, musicians, therapists, researchers.
We can offer tailored professional development based on these approaches, both online and in-person.
Research and resources
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SALTmusic – speech and language therapy & music practice: emerging findings from action research
By Dr Jessica Pitt, Dr Charlotte Arculus, and Sophie Fox (2017)Read more -
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Communicating through musical play: combining speech and language therapy with early childhood music education
Dr Jessica Pitt (2019)Read more
