Find the rhythm
Welcome songs, familiar tunes, clapping, tapping and vocal play bring children and adults into the music together.
Programs
Connection, learning
and community
Creating opportunities for connection, shared experiences and support for people and families affected by incarceration.
CPA’s first community program
Harmony In
Connections
A Family Music Program for Children with Incarcerated Parents
Shared songs. Playful movement. Time together.
Harmony in Connections brings young children and their caregivers together through music, rhythm and shared play. It offers a welcoming community space for families living with parental incarceration.
Children can join in through singing, listening, movement and simple instruments, in ways that suit their age and comfort. Caregivers take part alongside them, sharing the experience and making positive memories together.
Child-centredInclusiveCaregivers welcome
What to expect
Small moments
of connection
A one-hour session shaped around playful activities and shared participation, with room for children to engage at their own pace.
Move and explore
Action songs, mirroring games, simple shakers and colourful scarves invite movement, curiosity and shared play.
Share the moment
Children and caregivers participate side by side, with a warm welcome at the start and a connected closing to end the session.
Meet the facilitator
Dr. Mariah
(Mo) Horner
A musician, theatre artist and experienced music educator
Dr. Horner is an Adjunct Assistant Professor at Queen’s University’s DAN School of Drama and Music, a professional musician and theatre artist in Kingston, and an experienced singing and piano teacher for children and teenagers. She also co-authored PLAY: Dramaturgies of Participation with Dr. Jenn Stephenson.
She will lead the session’s songs, movement and musical activities, supporting children and caregivers as they participate together.
Take part
Make room
for connection
Interested in joining the November session?
Participation is by application and advance registration. Contact CPA to ask about the application process, available spaces or any support your family may need to participate.
Inquire about applyingWho is this session for?
The November 14 session is for children ages 0–6 who have an incarcerated parent. A caregiver or another supporting adult participates with each child.
Does a caregiver stay?
Yes. This is a shared experience for children and caregivers. The accompanying adult stays and participates throughout the session.
Can children participate at their own pace?
Yes. Activities offer different ways to join in, including listening, singing, movement and play. Participation is flexible and age-appropriate.
How do we arrange to attend?
Please contact CPA about the application and advance registration process. This is not a drop-in session.
What if we have access needs?
Contact CPA before the session to discuss accessibility or participation needs so we can work through the arrangements with you.
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