I started work for Audrey's Angels after the state cut the funding for the Music Therapy program for Children with Disabilities. I have had an extensive experience with the geriatric population and wanted to do something similar. So when I found out about Audrey's Angels, I knew it was a great fit for me.
As a classically trained guitarist, I play instrumental guitar music, with the genre from all over the world: Spanish/ Latin, Celtic, Italian, Jazz, Blues, Old favorites, just to name a few. I think I give something unique and different to the whole Angels with my music, and many residents I played for commented that as well.
The last couple of years I incorporated ukulele into my repertoire, and residents love to see (and hear) music played on this small instrument, especially when it is a Hawaiian tune! They are amazed to hear so many notes can come out of this small instrument, and love hearing their old favorites on it!
I continue to learn new music to meet their expectation and requests, and it never gets old. It is a real joy to play for the folks who have limited access to public musical entertainment due to their physical limitations. I really appreciate Audrey's Angels for providing me the opportunities to share my music with others.
Bio: Graduated from Colorado State University in Music Therapy. Plays instrumental music on Classical Guitar and ukulele. Guitar/ Bass/ Ukulele instructor at Musical Surprise in Surprise, AZ. Videos available on Youtube, channel name: Masato Music
