The University of Iowa TEMPO Lab (Therapeutic Experiences with Music for Parkinson's and Other Neurological Conditions) is an interdisciplinary research laboratory dedicated to examining how music-based interventions, including music therapy and therapeutic singing, can support health, well-being, communication, participation, and quality of life for people living with Parkinson's disease and other neurological conditions.
Supported by the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA), the TEMPO Lab brings together researchers, clinicians, musicians, students, healthcare providers, and community partners to investigate the role of music in promoting meaningful engagement and improving everyday life.
Our work spans clinical research, community-based programming, implementation science, arts and health, and translational research aimed at bringing evidence-based music interventions into real-world settings.
Current Signature Project: Tremble Clefs Iowa
Tremble Clefs Iowa is a therapeutic singing program for people with Parkinson’s disease and their care partners. The program serves as both a community resource and a research platform for studying the impact of group singing on voice, communication, well-being, and social connection.
Current Lab Initiatives: Studies and Materials
Our current initiatives include two research studies on therapeutic group singing and community performances. We are developing training materials, workshops, and online resources for individuals with Parkinson's disease, healthcare professionals, and community organizations.
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