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Centrally Rooted is a space for supporting positive brain health via creative expression and music

10/27/2026

This Week at Centrally Rooted: Music Therapy

This week, we’re highlighting music therapy at Centrally Rooted and sharing more about what it is and how it can help.

To kick things off, if you haven’t met Shirley Davis-Orwoll yet, she’s one of our music therapists. Here is a video to introduce you to Shirley, along with more videos throughout the week about music therapy and ways to use music at home.

Stay tuned!

10/22/2026

On October 14, Centrally Rooted had the opportunity to present at Leadership Dubuque and share more about our work in the community.

We appreciate the opportunity to connect with local leaders, talk about our mission, and share how music can help build confidence in people of all ages.

Here are a few photos from the day. Thank you to Leadership Dubuque for having us!

10/20/2026

This past Saturday, we had a great time at Cornerstone Fall Fest! Thanks to Cornerstone for having Centrally Rooted join in on the fun and share more of what we do with the community.
Two of our talented young musicians took the stage to perform some of their favorite covers, and our founder and CEO, Callie FitzGerald, led an interactive Mindful Musicians session with kids and their parents. We wrapped up the day with Callie and Scott McDermott performing songs from the Mindful Musicians albums.
The weather was beautiful, the music was great, and we loved getting to spend the day with everyone who came out!

10/19/2026

Meet the Teacher: Braeden Collins

We’re excited to introduce Braeden Collins. Braeden teaches guitar, bass, drums, and ukulele. He’s a kind and patient teacher who brings a welcoming approach to working with students.

We’re glad to have Braeden as part of the Centrally Rooted team and look forward to seeing his students grow in confidence and develop their musical skills.

10/17/2026

A Special Thank You to John Butler
Some acts of generosity deserve a spotlight of their own. Just one day before Centrally Rooted's Benefit Concert, John Butler stepped forward with an extraordinary **$5,000 Visionary Sponsorship**, helping lead the way for our Fund-a-Need giving! Because his commitment came so close to the event, we weren't able to recognize him in our printed program or event marketing. But his generosity deserves a celebration of its own! John and his beloved late wife, Alice, have long been champions of the arts in our community.
We hold such a special place in our hearts for Alice, and it's especially meaningful to recognize the legacy of generosity and love for the arts that they built together. At Centrally Rooted, we believe music is so much more than learning an instrument. It's a pathway to confidence, connection, self-expression, and positive brain health for the next generation.
John, thank you for recognizing the value of investing in our emerging youth and for continuing to make opportunities like these possible.** Your generosity, and the beautiful legacy you and Alice have created in our community, mean more than words can express. With heartfelt gratitude from all of us at Centrally Rooted.

10/16/2026

One of the best parts of being Centrally Rooted is seeing what happens when a community comes together around something that matters. ❤️
Our Benefit Concert was a reminder of just how much support surrounds this organization. From the people who showed up, to the musicians who shared their talents, to everyone who donated their time and resources, it all adds up to something bigger than one event.
Every lesson, every performance, and every connection we make is part of why we do what we do. We’re building confidence, creating opportunities, and helping people find their place through music.
This impact video is a look at what that means to us, and we couldn’t do it without the people who believe in Centrally Rooted.
Thank you for being part of this community. We’re so glad you’re here.

10/15/2026

10/14/2026

We don’t know when, we don’t know exactly where, but we DO know that THIS GUY Michael Rambousek is coming back to MC next year’s Benefit Concert!
Michael did such a great job hosting this year, and we’re excited to have him back. Looks like we’ll have to start planning! 🙌

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Dubuque, IA
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