Harnessing the Power of Singing for Joy and for Brain Health with Laura Dean

Week of April 4, 2026

Sing-Along
Join Laura for a joyful hour of singing that nourishes both heart and mind. This casual and entertaining session features timeless standards, folk favorites, show tunes, and popular classics. Laura provides song sheets, lively piano accompaniment, and cultivates an inviting class where everyone can sing freely. Each session includes gentle movement, vocal warm-ups, and singing tips designed to enhance relaxation and focus. Singing together not only lifts the spirit—it also strengthens the brain by improving memory, attention, and mood through rhythm, melody, and social connection. Participants leave feeling more energized, clear-minded, and connected.

A Piano Music  Journey from Baroque to Now features a refined selection of Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and contemporary works with brief introductions.  Take a musical voyage with Laura as she  performs a wide variety of captivating solo piano music from composers Jean-Philippe Rameau, Joseph Haydn, Charles Wakefield Cadman, Amy Beach, Dave Brubeck, George Gershwin, and more.

 

Laura Dean (pianist, teacher, author)
Laura Dean is a seasoned pianist, educator, and author whose performances blend elegance, heart, and story. With over 30 years of experience, she has performed across the Pacific Northwest, Mexico, and France. Known for her expressive interpretations and poetic narratives, Laura’s concerts invite listeners into a reflective and resonant musical journey. She is also the author of Music in the Westward Expansion: Songs of Heart and Place on the American Frontier.  She lives in Seattle where she enjoys long distance swimming, yoga, walking, cooking, and living a healthy and vibrant life.

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