HARMONY IN
RHYTHM
Using music to assist individuals and
groups reach their highest potential

“Mental stress spirals with
the economy”--USA Today
Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana
scored in the bottom 14% of states
on the Emotional Health Index
in 2008

“Mental stress spirals with
the economy”--USA Today
The Emotional Health Index correlates
with high rates of death from ailments
such as heart disease

The American Institute of
Stress
The price tag of job stress for U.S. industry
is estimated at over $300 billion annually

Stress results in:
Accidents
Absenteeism
Employee turnover
Diminished productivity
Direct medical, legal, and insurance costs
Workers' compensation awards as well as tort and FELA

Stress Impacts Health
“Stress is really a component
of every disease.”
James Rosenbaum, MD

Stress Impact Summary
Chronic stress can lead to heart attack, heart failure,
abnormal heart rhythms, and stroke.
Journal of the American Medical Association, 2007
Chronic stress linked with obesity.
WebMD Medical News, 2007

Stress Impact Summary
Chronic stress can trigger type 2 diabetes development.
Researchers at the University of Washington, Seattle
Chronic stress can impair memory and may impair
cognitive function.
Current Opinion in Neurobiology, McEwan B., Sapolsky R., 1995

Stress Impact Summary
Chronic stress levels speeds up the deterioration of
vision and hearing, increases aging of the skin, mental
decline and failing organs.
Stein, R., 2004

“Prevention Makes
Common Cents”
Stress management programs yield significant return
on investment for employers, with median of $3.14 of
benefit-to-cost ratio.
US Department of Health and Human Services, 2003

Playing Music Improves
Brain Power
“Virtually the entire cerebral cortex is active while
musicians are playing.” Making music engages, and is
increasingly seen to strengthen, a vast array of brain
power.
“The Music in Our Minds” Norman M. Weinberger, Professor of Psychobiology
at University of California, Irvine, 1998

Drumming strengthens
immune system
Study shows significant increase in Natural Killer
cells that fight cancer and viruses
Bittman, et al. Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine, 2001

Drumming Reduces
Burnout and Improves Mood
6-session program significantly improved mood. Annual
savings in turnover costs higher than projected at time
of study
Bittman, et al. Advances in Mind-Body Medicine, 2003

Proven Employees
Wellness Benefits
Drumming program replicated in Japan with male
corporate employees. Improved mood, increased
immune function, lower stress levels demonstrated
Wachi, et al. Medical Science Monitor, 2007

Harmony in Rhythm
Programs
Filled with energy and fun
Success-oriented activities designed for each specific
group
Led by Mimi Sinclair, board-certified music therapist
and trained drum circle facilitator
No previous experience in music or drumming required
Drums, shakers, and assorted rhythm-makers provided

Harmony In Rhythm
6-Week Programs for Corporate Wellness
60 minute sessions once weekly at your location
6-Week Programs for Individuals
60 minute sessions once weekly at our studio
Team-building Programs for Work Groups
90 minute and half-day workshops at your location

Harmony in Rhythm
Special Events
Openers: A jump-start for meetings, conferences,
retreats and all corporate events.
Closers: A celebratory closure to meetings, retreats,
conferences, workshops, and special events.
Energizers : Invigorate people and stimulate the free
flow of ideas and communication after meal breaks,
before breakout sessions, and more.

Contact
Mimi Sinclair, Director
Music Therapy Services
www.music-therapy-cincinnati.com
513-474-6064