Onward Step

Onward Step Onward Step facilitates drumming exercises for mind, body and spirit. Onward Step offers group and individual sessions.

Onward Step and Matt Bridges continues to offer the unique, hands-on and interactive music programs for seniors across Tennessee, including programs with Music for Seniors and Southland Creatives. Focusing on the universal concept of natural rhythms in our everyday lives, Matt leads participants in a variety of percussion/ music-based activities. He has facilitated well over 600 of these programs

since 2012. Matt’s programs, are informed by his years of experience in the field of Creative Aging, his love for musical communication and his passion for serving others-along with earning a B.A. in Human Services/Counseling from Lindsey Wilson College.

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07/23/2026

IYKYK

Drum circles in memory care settings are always so special and I'm happy to have been providing this program since 2014 ...
07/21/2026

Drum circles in memory care settings are always so special and I'm happy to have been providing this program since 2014 throughout Middle Tennessee!

After serving dozens of groups through over 700 different programs, this much I know - music and rhythm have a beautiful way of reaching people living with dementia - often long after words become harder to find.

Small moments of rhythm can mean big moments of connection.




07/20/2026
07/20/2026

Taking it back - many moons ago!

I'll always be grateful for my friends at Prospect. We learned so much together :)

Music and rhythm have a beautiful way of reaching people living with dementia - often long after words become harder to ...
07/20/2026

Music and rhythm have a beautiful way of reaching people living with dementia - often long after words become harder to find.

A familiar beat can spark a memory, bring a smile, or invite someone to tap their foot, clap, or sway. Rhythm lives in a different part of the brain than language, so it can stay accessible even as other abilities change. For caregivers, sharing a simple rhythm or favorite song can open a moment of connection that feels effortless and joyful.

You don't need instruments or training - clapping along, gentle drumming, or dancing in the living room can be enough to light someone up.

Small moments of rhythm can mean big moments of connection.

07/20/2026

Creativity in rhythm!

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123 Drumming Street
Mount Juliet, TN
37122

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615.714.6770

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