The Green Book CD Collection is a premium activities resource designed for the Baby Boomer generation, featuring 200 beloved tracks from the 1950s to the 1970s across 10 CDs. Perfect for community singing groups, aged care facilities, and senior centres, it’s ideal for sing-alongs, music and movement sessions, bus trips, happy hour, or simply creating a joyful atmosphere—limited only by your imagination.
In an aged care facility, the Green Book CD Collection can be used to run group sing-alongs, accompany light movement or exercise sessions, enhance reminiscence therapy, provide uplifting background music during social events like happy hour or themed parties, and create a familiar, comforting atmosphere that resonates with residents from the Baby Boomer generation.
Musical arrangements by Barry Hall.
Benefits
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Emotional well-being – Music can reduce feelings of anxiety, depression, and loneliness by lifting mood and creating joy.
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Memory stimulation – Familiar songs can trigger memories and support reminiscence, especially helpful for people with dementia.
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Social connection – Group music activities foster interaction, reduce isolation, and build community.
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Cognitive engagement – Singing, rhythm games, or listening exercises stimulate mental activity and concentration.
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Physical movement – Music encourages gentle exercise, such as tapping, clapping, or dancing, improving mobility and coordination.
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Routine and relaxation – Soothing music can help with sleep, reduce agitation, and provide comfort during personal care routines.
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Sense of identity and autonomy – Personalised music choices help residents feel seen, valued, and in control.
Golden Oldies Sing-Along Afternoon
Objective:
Promote social interaction, reminiscence, and joy through familiar music from the 1950s–1970s.
Materials:
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The Green Book CD Collection
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Lyrics sheets or large-print songbooks
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Microphone (optional for group leader)
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Chairs arranged in a circle or semi-circle
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Simple percussion instruments (optional – e.g., tambourines, maracas)
Steps:
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Select a playlist of 8–10 popular tracks from the CDs (e.g., Elvis Presley, The Beatles, or Motown classics).
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Hand out lyrics sheets and invite participants to join in.
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Introduce each song with a short memory prompt (e.g., “Where were you when this song was popular?”).
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Encourage clapping, tapping feet, or using small instruments.
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Wrap up with a resident’s favorite tune or a calming ballad.
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Invite open conversation or memories sparked by the music.
1x book with 10 CDs