Business Details
19 Years
experience
Music Therapy & Lessons in Springfield, IL
Music Therapy Connections was founded in 2007 by Rachel Rambach and expanded in 2014 with co-owner Katey Kratz. Our team of six board-certified and Illinois-licensed music therapists provides individualized services for children and young adults of all developmental levels. We specialize in music therapy sessions tailored to client-specific goals, early childhood music classes fostering foundational skills, and traditional/adapted music instruction for piano, voice, guitar, and ukulele. Our therapists combine clinical expertise with creative approaches to address cognitive, emotional, and physical needs through music.With over 15 combined years of experience in clinical settings, our leadership team has developed innovative programs recognized across Illinois. We maintain rigorous professional standards while prioritizing personalized care, ensuring each client receives services matching their unique abilities and aspirations. Our facility in Springfield serves as a hub for music-based therapeutic interventions and educational programs throughout Central Illinois.
Services
Music Therapy
Piano Lessons
Voice Lessons
Guitar Lessons
Ukulele Lessons
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- All therapists hold MT-BC certification and Illinois licensure
- Personalized sessions addressing individual therapeutic and educational goals
- Adapted lesson formats for diverse learning needs and abilities
- Specialized programs for early childhood development through music
- Proven track record serving Central Illinois communities since 2007
Associations and certifications
- Certification Board for Music Therapists
What people say
Exceptional therapists
Personalized attention
Positive developmental changes
Supportive environment
Creative approaches
Services
Music Therapy
Our board-certified music therapists design individualized treatment plans using evidence-based musical interventions. Sessions address cognitive, emotional, and physical goals through customized activities. Clients benefit from specialized approaches that adapt to developmental levels and therapeutic needs.
Piano Lessons
Structured piano instruction develops technical skills and musical understanding for ages 5+. Curriculum includes theory, repertoire, and performance preparation. Lessons emphasize foundational keyboard skills applicable to various musical styles and proficiency levels.
Voice Lessons
Comprehensive vocal instruction covers technique, repertoire, and performance skills. Age-appropriate methods develop proper breathing, vocal placement, and stage presence. Students explore diverse genres from classical to contemporary popular music.
Adapted Lessons
Tailored music education for learners with unique needs incorporates visual aids, modified materials, and flexible pacing. Our therapists adapt teaching methods to accommodate different learning styles while maintaining musical skill development goals.
Early Childhood Classes
Developmentally appropriate classes introduce musical concepts through play-based activities. Designed for ages 0-5, these sessions enhance motor skills, social interaction, and auditory development through structured musical experiences.
People
Rachel Rambach
Co-Owner, Director
Rachel Rambach, MA, LPC, LPMT, MT-BC founded Music Therapy Connections in 2007. With dual master's degrees in music therapy and clinical mental health counseling, she brings 15+ years of experience developing therapeutic programs for children and families.
Katey Kratz
Co-Owner
Katey Kratz, LPMT, MT-BC joined as co-owner in 2014. A summa cum laude graduate in music therapy, she combines clinical expertise with business leadership to expand service accessibility across Illinois.
Emma Harmon
Music Therapist
Emma Harmon, LPMT, MT-BC specializes in vocal therapy and early childhood interventions. A Western Illinois University graduate, she implements evidence-based practices to address developmental and therapeutic goals through music.
Molly Robitaille
Music Therapist
Molly Robitaille, LPMT, MT-BC provides creative therapeutic solutions drawing from her diverse musical background. She integrates multi-instrumental approaches to engage clients across developmental spectrums in Springfield communities.
Cicely McCain
Music Therapist
Cicely McCain, LPMT, MT-BC combines trumpet and vocal expertise with therapeutic techniques. Her Magna Cum Laude education in music therapy informs personalized interventions that address individual client capabilities and objectives.
Questions
What ages do you serve?
We provide services for children as young as 0-3 in early classes, individual lessons starting at age 5, and therapy/adapted lessons for young adults.
Are your therapists certified?
All our music therapists hold MT-BC certification and Illinois licensure, with specialized training in various therapeutic approaches.
What lesson formats are available?
We offer traditional private lessons, adapted instruction for special needs, and group classes for early childhood music development.
How are therapy sessions structured?
Sessions begin with goal-setting consultations, followed by weekly 30-60 minute sessions tailored to individual needs using evidence-based musical interventions.
Do you offer trial sessions?
Yes, we provide one $26 trial lesson to help students experience our teaching approach before committing to regular sessions.
What payment options exist?
We accept credit card payments and PayPal for product purchases, with monthly tuition plans available for ongoing lessons and therapy services.
