Thursday, May 7th, 5-7pm
Open Mic Karaoke
New Belgium Brewery, Community Room,
Foundation for Accessible Music and Integrated Therapy of Northern Colorado are proud to partner with New Belgium Brewery for their series of All-Abilities Open Mic Karaoke Nights! These events are designed to create an inclusive and engaging musical experience for all ages in the community. An All-Abilities Open Mic Karaoke Night, hosted by music therapists and New Belgium Staff, embodies our mission to provide accessible music experiences for individuals of all abilities in their community.
500 Linden Street, Fort Collins CO
What you can expect from the All-Abilities Open Mic Karaoke at New Belgium!
Ways you can expect this to be accessible for all-abilities:
A visual songbook for easy song selection
On-screen lyrics, if needed, along with background vocal support if preferred
Multiple styles of microphones, so everyone has the opportunity to rock!
The ability to adjust key and tempo to accommodate individual needs
Live musical accompaniment for those who prefer or require it
Adaptive communication supports, including switches, buttons, and other assistive technologies. AAC devices welcomed and encouraged.
Support, if needed, by a music therapist to isolate output to single words/vocalizations, to support voices of ALL abilities.
Designated quiet area with sensory items, near the event space to meet self-regulation needs, but still be included.
Captioning through a designated audience screen for our Deaf Community participants
Permanently available at New Belgium Brewery Liquid Center’s bar for community use:
Visual menu at the bar with simplified and tactile choice support
“SipSmart” cards to assist in safe social drinking.
In an effort increase accessibility and comfort for participants and their caregivers, a detailed site map and walk-through videoare provided.
What should I know about the event?
May 7th Open Mic Karaoke WILL have live ASL interpretation!!
Thank you to our past and current Sponsors:
