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02/26/2026

On this day in music, February 26th, 1966, Nancy Sinatra's "These Boots Are Made For Walkin'" hit No. 1 on the US Singles Chart.

Groove along with us to "These Boots Are Made For Walkin'" here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U5IGHI2jGpw&list=RDU5IGHI2jGpw&start_radio=1

02/17/2026

Today, February 17th, is the Lunar New Year!

Looking for some music to help you celebrate? Check out this Song Spotlight featuring the song “The Spring Breeze Kisses My Face (春风吻上我的脸).”

Find out more here: https://soundscapingsource.com/song-spotlight-the-spring-breeze-kisses-my-face/

02/14/2026

February is the month to celebrate love. There’s no better way to show love that to support another’s well-being.

Pathways to Well-Being with Dementia is a guide for living well with MCI and dementia. It is written by individuals living with a diagnosis, care partners and professionals.

You can access the virtual copy on the Dementia Action Alliance website for free download, or purchase a hard copy for the cost of printing and mailing.

Celebrate February by giving Pathways to someone dear to you. https://daanow.org/pathways/

This extraordinary how-to manual provides essential information about living with dementia from 48 people living with dementia, care partners, and leading dementia specialists. The practical, helpful information, grounded in science, is presented in a user-friendly format. Download here for free PDF...

02/09/2026

On this day (February 9th, 1964) the Beatles made their in person US debut on The Ed Sullivan Show, effectively kicking off the great cultural phenomenon known as the British Invasion. They included the tune “She Loves You” in their debut line up.

Check out the tune and ways you can use the song here: https://soundscapingsource.com/song-spotlight-she-loves-you

02/03/2026

Looking for ways to bring musical moments into your day to day as a caregiver?

In Listen, Sing, Dance, Play, music therapist Rachelle Morgan shows you as a caregiver, through stories and steps, how to engage your care partner in a wide range of music experiences to bring them (and you!) joy, calm, and connection.

Are you ready to rediscover the joy of music in this season of caregiving? check it out here:https://soundscapingsource.com/listen-sing-dance-play/

01/27/2026

In case you missed it:

Dolly Parton released a new version of her 1977 song, "Light of a Clear Blue Morning" on January 15th, 2026. This new version features Lainey Wilson, Miley Cyrus, Queen Latifah, and Reba McEntire.

Check it out here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=McaD2PG8jOE

01/21/2026

This week, on January 19th, Dolly Parton celebrated her 80th birthday. To celebrate, we are listening to some of her top hits!

Try out our Song Spotlight on the song "Coat of Many Colors" and join us in our musical celebration. Check it out here: https://soundscapingsource.com/song-spotlight-coat-of-many-colors/

What is your favorite Dolly Parton song?

01/19/2026

Today we are highlighting a Song Spotlight featuring the Staple Singers.

The Staple Singers were a family band, featuring the Staples family. They got their early start in Chicago singing at church, and they quickly rose to prominence, singing at civil rights rallies alongside Martin Luther King Jr.

Their songs are widely recognized as an influential part of the soul genre, and they were a leading music group in the social activism of the 60s and beyond.

Check out the blog post here: https://soundscapingsource.com/song-spotlight-respect-yourself/

01/09/2026

As we come to the end of the first full week in 2026, we are pausing to remember some of the artists who passed in 2025.

What artist are you remembering this year?

12/29/2025

We've got a tune to help you kick off the New Year Check out our Song Spotlight on Bing Crosby's "Let's Start the New Year Right."

  Mood: Hopeful Themes: New Year, Celebration Tempo: Relaxed, Slow Genre/Style: Holiday/Show Tune Another year has zipped by and it is time to usher in the New Year. The time of resolutions and reflection has arrived, and whether you are a fan of setting a goal for the new year, this song beautiful...

12/22/2025

Looking for something new or interesting to do while staying inside? Try out this songwriting activity!

Check it out here:
https://soundscapingsource.com/easy-songwriting-activity-winter-wishlist/

Looking for something new and fun to do during these bleak winter months? Want a break from the heaviness all around us from the pandemic and political unrest? Trying out some songwriting can be a fun and creative way to discover your friends’ and family’s favorite winter activities while also a...

11/17/2025

November brings with it time for reflection and finding space to practice gratitude. Today we feature the ABBA song "Thank You For the Music."

Check out the blog post to explore ways to use the song for discussion, musical engagement, movement and more!

https://soundscapingsource.com/song-spotlight-thank-you-for-the-music/

Mood: Reflective, Happy Themes: Thankfulness, Music Tempo: Moderate Genre/Style: Pop When examining our gratitude, we often try to think of the larger things in life or the people who we are thankful for. In addition to the large things, there are so many hidden gems – the things that bring you jo...