Dr. Concetta Tomaino to Speak at CUNY Neuroscience Initiative Event on Music & Neurologic Function
We’re excited to share that Dr. Concetta Tomaino, Executive Director and Founder of the Institute for Music and Neurologic Function (IMNF), will be presenting a special lecture as part of the Neuroscience Initiative at CUNY’s Advanced Science Research Center (ASRC).
This event takes place at:
CUNY ASRC Auditorium
85 St. Nicholas Terrace, New York, NY 10031
July 15, 2025 | 12:00PM – 1:30PM
Use the QR code in the flyer to open the Zoom meeting!
On Thursday, September 4, 2025, Dr. Concetta Tomaino will present to the Adult Support Group of the Epilepsy Foundation of Colorado & Wyoming’s Circle of Friends program. Her talk will focus on the healing power of music and its role in supporting individuals and families living with epilepsy. Learn more about the Circle of Friends support groups here.
IMNF Executive Director Dr. Concetta Tomaino will present “Music and the Brain” at the Project Lifesaver 2025 Annual Conference, sharing how music impacts cognitive, physical, and emotional function for those living with neurological challenges.
IMNF’s Director of Programming, Justin Russo, joins Shaping the Future of Aging to discuss how personalized music can support cognitive and emotional well-being in dementia care and other neurologic conditions.
Maejor will be honored at the 2025 Music Has Power® Awards for his visionary work at the intersection of music, healing, and innovation. Join us in celebrating his global impact and commitment to advancing the therapeutic potential of sound.
Celebrating three decades of music-driven healing, research, and education, the Institute for Music and Neurologic Function marks 30 years of transforming lives through therapeutic music.
Receive 10% off an annual subscription to Spiritune—a music-based app designed to support emotional regulation, focus, and well-being. Use code imnf10 at checkout.
Be part of an event that blends science, wellness, and celebration - learn from leaders in music & brain health and support IMNF’s work advancing the healing power of music.
Discover how music can regulate the nervous system and support healing in a new Westchester Magazine feature on IMNF Executive Director Dr. Concetta Tomaino. Learn how IMNF continues to lead in clinical music therapy.
Mount Vernon, NY – June 2025 – The Institute for Music and Neurologic Function (IMNF) is proud to announce the launch of its Intergenerational Ukulele Club, a new initiative designed to bring people of all ages together through the power of music.
The Institute for Music and Neurologic Function (IMNF) has launched a new pilot study in collaboration with the Songs of Love Foundation to explore how custom-written, personalized songs may benefit older adults living with dementia and other cognitive impairments. Building on the principles of the Music & Memory program, this study investigates whether individualized compositions—created using personal details such as the individual’s name, favorite activities, and family references—can help support memory recall, reduce anxiety, and increase emotional engagement. This initiative expands the scope of person-centered music interventions by introducing novel music tailored to the individual, rather than relying solely on familiar, pre-recorded songs. The study will collect qualitative and observational data from caregivers and care staff across a small cohort of participants to assess the therapeutic impact. By evaluating these outcomes, IMNF aims to contribute to a growing body of evidence supporting music-based interventions in dementia care and further refine strategies for effective, accessible applications in both home and institutional settings. If you or a loved one is interested in receiving a free personalized song, download this form and email to imnf@wartburg.org.
