In this episode of the 55+ Travelers: Arriving & Thriving Audio Conference, hosted by Sensory Friendly Solutions, founder & CEO Christel Seeberger and guest hosts Sophie Yang, and Christopher Basmadjian, Occupational Therapy Students, we will learn from Sarah Nematallah, Xenia Concerts, on how to create musical performances and concerts an experience for everyone to enjoy. 

Hear Sarah Nematallah share how Xenia Concerts offers high-quality music and arts performances in an environment that welcomes everyone.  Sarah walks you through the simple steps that make the sensory experience a match for the audience.

Episode Guide:
0:20 Welcome to guest Sarah Nemahtallah!

0:45 Xenia Concerts and how it became what it is today

7:01The importance of feedback

8:10 Sarah's Role as Executive Director of Xenia Concerts

10:57 Resources that Xenia Concerts uses

12:40 sound.colLab

14:05 Accessibility Limitations of 55+ population

16:13 Creating a Quiet Space

16:50 Making sure the audiences voices are heard

18:31 Doing a Walkthrough in Advanced

23:05 Accommodating Seniors and Hearing Loss

24:58 Preparing the Audience

27:03 Welcoming all audiences

28:00 The Impact of COVID-19

31:37Creating a Sensory-Friendly Livestream

33:58 In-person performances & COVID-19 Measures

35:04 Always Room for Improvement

36:40 The future vision of Xenia Concerts & Acessibility

40:34 Sarah's key advice in making music and performances more accessible to older adults

41:50 Thank you, Sarah Nematallah!

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