Meet Benjamin

 

Music has been part of Ben’s life for as long as he can remember. What began with childhood music lessons grew into a love of percussion, years of performing, and a deep appreciation for the way music can bring people together. Over time, his relationship with music began to shift. It became less about performance and more about the connection, expression, and sense of belonging that can happen when people create together.

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Ben’s own life has also shaped the way he approaches this work. Navigating change, becoming a father, and returning to college as an adult have challenged him to grow in ways he did not always expect. Those experiences have given him a greater appreciation for meeting yourself where you are, being willing to begin again, and finding your way forward even when the path looks different than you imagined.

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That perspective came together with his work supporting adults with special needs. Through music, art, performances, and creative experiences, Ben saw how powerful it could be to give people a place to participate without pressure or expectation. His training in therapeutic drumming deepened that belief and showed him just how accessible music can become when the focus shifts from getting it right to simply joining in.

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Today, Ben brings those experiences to therapeutic drumming, sound healing, and community work while continuing his studies in music therapy. At the heart of his work is a simple belief: sometimes you just need a place to begin, permission to join in, and the freedom to find your own beat.​