Sing alongs are some of my favorite sessions to lead. Especially, if they are connected to a special day. I do like adding other aspects such as instruments, reminiscing or movement to add to my session and make them more individualized rather than entertainment. I put together a patriotic sing along years ago and have used it more than any other session I've planned. Patriotic songs can be used for President's Day, Memorial Day, Father's Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Veteran's Day or any other day of significance including 9/11 (Patriot Day), D-Day, etc. From my experience, these Patriotic/Folk songs bring people together and engage residents more than any other type of music. The facial affects, reminiscing opportunities, sensory stimulation with use of props, singing opportunities are naturally incorporated within the session.
For Memorial Day, I will definitely be reading the poem "In Flanders Fields." Poppies or at least lapel poppies are in order. Reciting the "Pledge of Allegiance" and folding the flag will help bring back memories as well.
- The Star-Spangled Banner
- Oh! How I Hate to Get Up in the Morning
- Taps
- Anchors Aweigh
- The Caissons Go Rolling Along
- The Marine's Hymn
- Army Air Corps Song
- When Johnny Comes Marching Home
- Columbia, The Gem of the Ocean
- Dixie
- Battle Hymn of the Republic
- America
- Yankee Doodle
- Folk Songs: Down By the Riverside
- He's Got the Whole World in His Hands
- My Bonnie
- Home on the Range
- Tramp! Tramp! Tramp!
- Over There
- This Land is Your Land
- America, The Beautiful
- You're a Grand Old Flag
- Yankee Doodle Dandy
- Let There Be Peace on Earth
- Now is the Hour
- There's a Long, Long Trail
- Till We Meet Again
- God Bless America
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