Matt Malanowski and Sami Stevens along with Julio Fernandez worked with veterans from Lyons VA Medical Center, NJ on their original song “Keep Goin’” by Me and My Kin.
Jennifer Lampert and Julio Fernandez at a MFAS Russian Tea Room gala, performing "Surrender," written by VOV participants at Holliswood Hospital.
Internationally renowned pianist Byron Janis speaks about overcoming challenges with Voices of Valor participants at Veteran's Haven North.
Musician/ facilitators Ron Haney and Dave Rimelis worked with veterans from Lyons VA Medical Center, NJ on their original song “How Do We Heal?” by War for Peace.
Musician/ facilitators Ron Haney and Kate Hall with veterans from Veterans Haven, NJ on their original song “Don’t Give Up (Embrace It)” by Accidentally on Purpose.
Musician/ facilitators Benny Harrison and Laura Blaine with veterans from Lyons VA Medical Center, NJ on their original song “Home” by S.A.L.T. (Souls All Linked Together).
 
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Voices of Valor Participation
Participation in the Voices of Valor program is open to all veterans, free of charge. Eight to ten veterans, with no previous musical experience required, meet with two musician/facilitators and a psychology mentor for nine 90-minute sessions. The sessions meet weekly or more frequently depending upon the needs of the group. The facilitators assist participants in developing a mutual theme and style for their group song. They explore and write their individual experiences, collectively creating a song that reflects their challenges in returning to civilian life. For the eighth session, they all gather in a professional recording studio and record their finished song. The veterans are not required to sing, but almost all choose to do so. The result is a recorded song, premiered at a CD Release Party for participants, their families, and friends. CDs are given to all participants and are available at no cost to all attendees. Photographs of the group and highlights of the sessions are on display and are available for all participants.
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This program has changed my life. It has given me back the joy and confidence I thought I had lost. The validation and acceptance has made me feel like I’m part of a large family.
– A.H.

Veterans

Let Your Voice Be Heard

Voices of Valor offers a unique opportunity for Veterans to turn their stories into powerful original songs. Working in small groups with two professional musician-facilitators and a psychology mentor, you’ll participate in 90-minute sessions over eight to nine weeks (or a condensed schedule to fit your facility’s needs). Together you’ll write lyrics, create melodies, and record a song that reflects your life experiences and honors your service. No musical experience required — just your story and your voice.

Our program is designed to honor Veterans’ experiences and help ease the transition from military to civilian life. Participants report increased self-esteem, reduced stress and isolation, and greater connection with fellow Veterans and the wider community.

Facilities & Community Partners
Bring Voices of Valor to your Veterans. Since 2011, Voices of Valor has partnered with VA hospitals, Veterans homes, community centers, and nonprofits to deliver a highly regarded music and songwriting program. Drawing on years of experience and best practices in creative expression and group facilitation, we help Veterans explore their stories through songwriting, collaboration, and performance. Hosting Voices of Valor offers your Veterans a powerful, supportive space for communication, connection, and healing. We’ll work closely with you to tailor the program’s schedule and format to your community’s needs.

Supporters & Donors
Help us amplify Veterans’ voices. Your contribution funds professional facilitators, recording sessions, and program materials that directly support Veterans’ emotional well-being and social reintegration. Every donation extends our reach, enabling more Veterans to experience the healing power of music and community. Please click on our Donate button to help!

Music For All Seasons is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

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Voices of Valor in action

The highly-acclaimed Voices of Valor program has been featured in nationwide publicity over the past four years.  This Associated Press video gives a look at our program in action, showing the leaders, participants and administration of this exciting and creative program that helps veterans reintegrate into civilian life through group songwriting and recording.

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Voices of Valor is a program of
Music For All Seasons, Inc.