Martha Summa-Chadwick, DMA

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Musician, educator, advocate of music and the brain, founder Music Therapy Gateway In Communications, Inc. Google my three TED talks to learn some #musicscience.

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Martha Summa-Chadwick, DMA@msumma· 17h

Trevor the Noteable GOAT book: Meet Trevor’s friends in the band! 🎶 Ryan is a fabulous drummer, very athletic, and a loyal defender of Trevor against bullies. 🥁⚾️ #ChildrensBooks #AutismAwareness #MiddleGradeBooks #MiddleGradeReads #MusicTherapy #Neurodiversity

Martha Summa-Chadwick, DMA@msumma· 1d

Trevor the Noteable GOAT book: “Trevor’s experience provides tools to help with self-confidence, reduce anxiety, and encourage a love of music.” - Steven Perlman, DDS, MScD, DHL (hon) 🎶📖 #ChildrensBooks #AutismAwareness #MiddleGradeBooks #MiddleGradeReads #MusicTherapy #Neurodiversity

Image: In front of a multicolor background, text that says “‘The reality of life for a child on the spectrum can be a struggle… The author has captured the lessons learned over decades of experience in a chapter book that’s easily accessible to a middle grade audience and also of interest to their parents, teachers and caregivers. Trevor’s experience provides tools to help with self-confidence, reduce anxiety, and encourage a love of music.’ - Steven Perlman, DDS, MScD, DHL (hon), President, People Advocating for Optimal Health, Founder, Special Olympics Healthy Athlete Program”

Martha Summa-Chadwick, DMA@msumma· 2d

Trevor the Noteable GOAT book: Meet Trevor’s friends in the band! 🎶 Bijan is an amazing bass player, the glue that holds the band together, and also a future ping-pong champ! 🎸🏓 #ChildrensBooks #AutismAwareness #MiddleGradeBooks #MiddleGradeReads #MusicTherapy #Neurodiversity

Martha Summa-Chadwick, DMA@msumma· 3d

Trevor the Noteable GOAT book! Hear from professional musician and award winning author Troy Krombholz about why he loved Trevor the Noteable GOAT! 📖🎶 #ChildrensBooks #AutismAwareness #MiddleGradeBooks #MiddleGradeReads #MusicTherapy #YABooks #Music #Neurodiversity

Image: In front of a purple, blue, and green background, text that says “‘There is a great freedom that autistic people can experience when kind people help them to make progress out of isolation. As an autistic person who is a musician, I’m so thrilled to see Trevor take flight using music… In this book parents, teachers, and classmates are reminded that they can help trapped songbirds fly. Trevor found the strength to overcome, and many others can too with the right support.’ - Troy Krombholz, Professional Musician and Award Winning Author”

Martha Summa-Chadwick, DMA@msumma· 4d

Trevor the Noteable GOAT book! Meet Trevor’s friends in the band! 🎶 Becky is the band’s lead (and only) singer, with dreams of being a Broadway star. 🎤🌟 trevorthenoteablegoat.com #ChildrensBooks #AutismAwareness #MiddleGradeBooks #MiddleGradeReads #MusicTherapy #Neurodiversity

Martha Summa-Chadwick, DMA@msumma· 5d

Trevor the Noteable GOAT book: hear from the editor-in-chief of Helen: The Journal of Human Exceptionality Rick Rader about why he loved Trevor the Noteable GOAT! Stay tuned for more quotes from our readers. 📖🎶 #ChildrensBooks #AutismAwareness #MiddleGradeBooks #MusicTherapy

Image: In front of a blue and purple background, text that says “‘Music, as Trevor discovers, allows us all to experience our own emotions, at different times and in different ways… Trevor the Noteable GOAT should always be within arm’s length for every parent, teacher and child. It serves as a great read, a great lesson, and a great inspiration.’ - Rick Rader, MD, FAAIDD, FAADM, DHL (hon), President, American Association on Health and Disability, Editor-in-chief, HELEN, Journal of Human Exceptionality”

Martha Summa-Chadwick, DMA@msumma· 7d

Trevor the Noteable GOAT book! Meet Trevor’s beloved animal friends! 🐱🐶 You can learn more about Malcolm and Sig on the Trevor website at trevorthenoteablegoat.com! #ChildrensBooks #AutismAwareness #MiddleGradeBooks #MusicTherapy #Cats #Dogs #YABooks #Music #Neurodiversity

Martha Summa-Chadwick, DMA@msumma· 7d

“I promise you that Trevor the Noteable GOAT will leave you smiling!” - Maureen Barber-Carey, EdD. We hope you’ll pick up a copy and experience Trevor’s journey for yourself. We think it’ll leave you smiling, too! 🙂🎶 #ChildrensBooks #AutismAwareness #MiddleGradeBooks #MiddleGradeReads #MusicTherapy

Image: In front of a sunset background, text that says “‘… The middle school years are a challenging time for all youngsters, especially children with autism. However, Trevor discovers his love for music, which allows him new and amazing experiences, friendships, and opportunities for personal growth. I promise you that Trevor the Noteable GOAT will leave you smiling!’- Maureen Barber-Carey, EdD, Vice-President, Barber National Institute, Erie, PA”

Martha Summa-Chadwick, DMA@msumma· 8d

Exciting news:The book "Trevor the Noteable GOAT" is featured in this month’s Helen:The Journal of Human Exceptionality! Check out “Overlooked Underdogs,” written from Trevor’s POV and featuring poetry by Alice Smith! 📝 #ChildrensBooks #AutismAwareness #MiddleGradeBooks #MiddleGradeReads #MusicTherapy

Image: Part of an article in HELEN Journal entitled “Overlooked Underdogs.” There is also a QR code that links to the article.

Martha Summa-Chadwick, DMA@msumma· 9d

Did you know there’s original music to go with the book Trevor the Noteable GOAT? Take a listen to The Circulatory System Song featured in the story. Available by scanning the QR codes. Enjoy🎶🎹 #ChildrensBooks #AutismAwareness #MiddleGradeBooks #MiddleGradeReads #MusicTherapy #YABooks #Neurodiversity

Image: In front of a blue and purple background, text that says “Trevor the Noteable GOAT Original Music! The Circulatory System Song!” There are QR codes for the regular version and sensory-friendly version of the song. There are also images of music notes and a woman in front of a chalkboard. There are piano keys along the bottom.

Martha Summa-Chadwick, DMA@msumma· 10d

Hear what readers are saying about the book Trevor the Noteable GOAT! 🎶 We love this quote from Barbie Vartanian DePonte. Visit the Trevor website to find out more about the book: trevorthenoteablegoat.com #ChildrensBooks #AutismAwareness #MiddleGradeBooks #MusicTherapy #Neurodiversity

Image: In front of a blue background, text that says “‘As a parent of a child with profound autism, this story resonated deeply with me… This book is a heartfelt reminder that acceptance and friendship often blossom when a child’s strengths are finally recognized and celebrated.’ - Barbie Vartanian DePonte, Director, Advocacy & Policy Initiatives, NYU College of Dentistry.”

Martha Summa-Chadwick, DMA@msumma· 11d

Did you know there’s original music for Trevor the Noteable GOAT? Take a listen to the Trevor theme song! Available by scanning the QR codes here or by going to the Trevor website: trevorthenoteablegoat.com. Enjoy! 🎶🎧 #ChildrensBooks #AutismAwareness #MiddleGradeBooks #MiddleGradeReads #MusicTherapy

Image: In front of a blue, pink, and purple background, text that says “Trevor the Noteable GOAT Original Music! The Trevor Theme Song!” There are QR codes for the regular version and sensory-friendly version of the song. There are also images of music notes, a dog, a boy, and puzzle pieces forming a music note. There are piano keys along the bottom.

Martha Summa-Chadwick, DMA@msumma· 12d

"Trevor the Noteable GOAT" is all about the transformative power of music, as Neal Gittleman states so wonderfully in this quote. 🎶 Pick up your copy of the book to experience Trevor’s journey for yourself! 📚 #ChildrensBooks #AutismAwareness #MiddleGradeBooks #MiddleGradeReads #MusicTherapy

Image: In front of a blue, green, and yellow background text that says “The power of music to heal and positively change lives takes center stage in this extraordinary and engaging story of Trevor the Noteable GOAT. The captivating narrative is revealed from a perspective supported by a vast knowledge of music and neurodivergence. We all cheer as Trevor builds friendships and gains confidence through music.” - Neal Gittleman, Artistic Director & Conductor, Retired, Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra

Martha Summa-Chadwick, DMA@msumma· 13d

There's a lot to explore from the world of the book "Trevor the Noteable GOAT!" Visit our website for original music, interactive games for kids, music therapy information for parents, and more. 🎶🧩#ChildrensBooks #AutismAwareness #MiddleGradeBooks #MiddleGradeReads #MusicTherapy

Martha Summa-Chadwick, DMA@msumma· 14d

Here's what people are saying about Trevor the Noteable GOAT! 🎶 Please visit the Trevor website for information about the book and direct links to purchase from Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and other many other places. #ChildrensBooks #AutismAwareness #MiddleGradeBooks #MiddleGradeReads #MusicTherapy

Martha Summa-Chadwick, DMA@msumma· 15d

Trevor the Noteable GOAT is available now wherever books are sold! 📚 You can pick up a copy from your local bookstore, Amazon (QR code in this image), Barnes & Noble, and many other places. 🎶🧩🐶 #ChildrensBooks #AutismAwareness #MiddleGradeBooks #MiddleGradeReads #MusicTherapy

Image: In front of a blue background: black text that says “Trevor the Noteable GOAT: A Triumphant Tale of Music and Friendship for a Boy with Autism. Now available wherever books are sold!” There is also a QR code that links to the book on Amazon and images of a dog, a boy, and puzzle pieces that form a music note.

Martha Summa-Chadwick, DMA@msumma· 16d

I'm pleased to announce creation of the official Instagram account for Trevor the Noteable GOAT! Give us a follow for updates on all things Trevor, and stay tuned to learn more. 🎶 #ChildrensBooks #AutismAwareness #MiddleGradeBooks #MusicTherapy www.instagram.com/trevorthenot...

Martha Summa-Chadwick, DMA@msumma· Jul 6

Thanks so much to Cathy Gott, Commissioner on the Los Angeles County Commission on Disabilities for this lovely review of my recent book, Trevor the Noteable G.O.A.T. The book is available on Amazon at www.amazon.com/Trevor-Notab... or wherever books are sold. #autism #music

Martha Summa-Chadwick, DMA@msumma· May 18

The book "Trevor the Noteable GOAT" has an add-on website that contains original music, interactive activities for kids, and information about music and music therapy for their parents, educators, and caregivers...lots of fun to view at trevorthenoteablegoat.com #autismawareness

Martha Summa-Chadwick, DMA@msumma· Apr 28

Trevor the Noteable G.O.A.T., a triumphant tale of music and friendship for a boy with autism, now available wherever books are sold. For those who order off of amazon, here is the direct link: www.amazon.com/Trevor-Notab... #AutismAcceptanceMonth #MusicTherapy

Martha Summa-Chadwick, DMA@msumma· Apr 24

Available now wherever books are sold! #AutismAcceptanceMonth #PowerOfMusic

Martha Summa-Chadwick, DMA@msumma· Feb 23

My recent TED talk discussing music and the brain was posted a few weeks ago. I truly believe that healthcare could be revolutionized by introducing biomedical music protocols into mainstream medicine. The talk can be viewed at the following link: www.youtube.com/watch?v=m0M-...

Martha Summa-Chadwick, DMA@msumma· Aug 2

Very much looking forward to presenting a talk at the TEDxAnchorage 2025 event on August 15th. I'm always so grateful to be able to talk about the wonderful benefits of #musictherapy and #musicscience.

Martha Summa-Chadwick, DMA@msumma· Dec 25

Happy holidays to all who celebrate!! (Hat tip to Quilting Digest!)