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Although 6-year-old Marshall was born blind, he has enormous
musical potential and a great love for music, which, with AMBER's
help, he now explores to the full. His regular sessions with his early
years music specialist, Laura, has allowed him to channel his innate
musicality, helping him to develop personally, physically and socially.
Before AMBER's funding, Marshall was a lonely and isolated boy
with few communication skills. But now he is the most popular
member of his music therapy group, leading the singing and
remembering all the words. This once awkward, rocking,
self-centred, obsessive boy is fast developing into a happy,
gregarious child and music has been the key.
Listen to Marshall taking part in his group music session
Thanks to AMBER, Marshall
is making good progress on
his keyboard, learning to use
his perfect pitch to relate to it.
He enjoys composing his own
music and loves to write short
songs about his experiences.
He now has a repertoire of
pieces about hairdryers, pizzas
and riding a bike, as well as a
"Hello" song for the group.
He has a lovely singing voice
and an excellent memory for
song lyrics and melodies.
He also enjoys playing his
violin and loves to play duets
with his music teacher.
It is very possible that one day,
Marshall might be a great song
writer and sound engineer.
Marshall's mother Michelle says:
"Marshall has always been attracted to sounds and music from an early
age. We have encouraged this with enthusiasm on all available levels.
With AMBER's support we have been able to take his interest much,
much further. He loves his music lessons with Laura, which have helped
him to make new friends while learning about his favourite subject."
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Company No. 3117803
A Child like Marshall
