Amplified Heartbeats & Legacy Creation

Brian Schreck, M.A., MT-BC, is a board-certified music therapist who has been serving chronically ill patients since 2004. Brian has a Bachelor of Arts in music therapy from Berklee College of Music, Boston, Massachusetts, and a master’s degree in music therapy from New York University in New York City. Brian has served on the executive committee of the International Association for Music and Medicine (IAMM). Palliative care, end-of-life care and bereavement are areas of passion for Brian. He has presented locally, nationally and internationally on his innovative work in medical music therapy. Brian pioneered the use of heartbeat recordings as a way to rhythmically connect with patients and their families through ongoing recording projects. Visit amplifiedcpr.org for more information. Brian’s main aim as a medical music therapist is to be as creative as possible to serve the needs of patients as well as their families. Brian facilitates ongoing inpatient and outpatient music therapy with cancer patients through Norton Cancer Institute.

Ellisa Morris is a board certified music therapist from Missouri. Ellisa completed her Bachelor’s of Music Therapy Degree from Drury University and Master’s of Music Therapy Degree from Alverno College. In addition, she holds her NICU MT and Neurologic Music Therapist certifications. She has valuable experience working in private practice and medical music therapy settings, serving individuals and groups across the lifespan. Ellisa draws from various approaches to clinical practice and is passionate about advocating for music therapy services and elevating the standard of excellence in the field of music therapy. Ellisa authored a research study titled “Current Use of Heartbeat Songs in Music Therapy ” and an educational manual, Heartbeats: Clinical Approach and Training Guide to Heartbeat Songs in Music Therapy. In her free time, Ellisa enjoys writing, recording, and performing her original music and is an avid outdoor enthusiast.