Music for Autism is thrilled to announce Adam Sadberry as our 2024 Spotlight Artist! Adam is an exceptionally talented, instructive, and generous performer and has delighted our audiences since his first virtual performance with us in 2021. Music for Autism names one Spotlight Artist annually. It is our singular distinction to an artist of extraordinary […]
There is something truly magical about the power of music. It can transcend barriers, connect souls, and create a sense of unity. On May 15th, 2023, Barbara Fox and Jim Freund hosted a heartfelt fundraiser at their beautiful home to support Music for Autism and our mission of sharing that power. The enchanting sounds of […]
Music can touch our hearts, uplift our spirits, and create connections that transcend words. Music for Autism, dedicated to providing inclusive and interactive concerts for individuals on the autism spectrum, celebrated being back to in-person concerts with no less than THREE events on the same weekend, spread across the United States! Each showcased the beauty […]
On March 5th, Music for Autism returned to live, in-person concerts for the first time since 2020! Exceptional Broadway performers, Gabrielle McClinton and Charlie Alterman put on a rollicking show for over 70 participants at one of our favorite partner sites, Third Street Music School. Gabbi and Charlie put on an incredible show, full of […]
It is Music for Autism’s great honor to announce we have named Broadway star Thayne Jasperson as our 2023 Spotlight Artist. Thayne is an exceptionally talented and generous performer, having delighted our audiences both with in-person and virtual events. “We are thrilled to recognize Thayne as our 2023 Spotlight Artist!” expressed Music for Autism’s US […]
– Jake Gluckman Music for Autism is excited to announce our 2022 Spotlight Artist, Candace Marie Chien! “Music for Autism’s message resonates with me as a performer, teacher, and human who lives on the spectrum,” says Candace, who connected with us in 2019. Since then, Candace Marie Chien has dazzled our audiences with three incredible […]
We were thrilled that Artist Coordinator Ryan Gardner was interviewed by David Ventura for the What The Heck Is That? Podcast! A weekly interview series showcasing masters of their craft, ranging from game makers, club DJs, musical theater performers, animators, librarians, educators, AND MORE!! All under the creative exploration of David Shai Ventura, who asks […]
It has officially been one year since Music For Autism, as well as so many other performance spaces, was confined to the virtual world. It also seems fitting that this week marks the end of Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month, which is a time to celebrate the wide spectrum of autistic experiences and elevate autistic […]
Dr. Ryan Gardner, Music for Autism’s irreplaceable Artist Coordinator, has been named the International Trumpet Guild’s Vice President/President-Elect, and we could not be more excited for this exceptional member of our team. We know Ryan to maintain the highest of professional standards—both for his own artistry as well as those of the artists he recruits […]
Music for Autism is thrilled to announce that Broadway stars and frequent songwriting partners, Kasie Gasparini and CJ Pawlikowski are our 2021 Spotlight Artists. The Spotlight Artist distinction is Music for Autism’s recognition of not just exceptional musicianship but also dedicated service to those with autism and their families. “CJ and Kasie embody the heart and […]
