Stephanie Miller, CMP, VAHTP, is composer, performer, and therapeutic musician with a rich and varied background in music. As the founder of Music for Life of Pittsburgh, she blends her talents in therapeutic music with her passion for helping others. Stephanie’s work is inspired by the transformative power of music, which she has witnessed firsthand through her roles as a Certified Music Practitioner in Pittsburgh hospitals and in the field of Vibroacoustic Harp Therapy (VAHT). She continues to expand her offerings, including creating a VAHT program for Veterans at the Pittsburgh VA Hospital, H. John Heinz, III, Campus in Aspinwall.
Stephanie’s experience spans over a decade of leading drum circles, providing live music for yoga classes and wellness events, and performing at private and corporate events. She enjoys performing with her husband, Robert Miller, as a duet featuring flute, guitar, harp and hammered dulcimer. Stephanie is also a member of the Steve and the Millers band, formed in 2022 with Steve Sciulli and Robert Miller which focuses on improvisational ambient music for meditation and relaxation.
Stephanie’s commitment to using music as a tool for wellness and connection is at the heart of everything she does, whether it’s through therapeutic music sessions, community drum circle facilitation, or live performances. Robert Miller, MS, MT-BC, is a board-certified music therapist and an award winning performer on the hammered dulcimer. He has a passion for music and its ability to be a therapeutic tool to help others on their journey to wellness and self-discovery. With extensive experience in a variety of settings within the Pittsburgh community, Robert has witnessed how music can facilitate healing, communication, and emotional expression. His work reflects his commitment to using music to support the physical, emotional, and mental well-being of others. As an experienced drum circle facilitator, Robert leads groups that encourage creativity, connection, and community building through rhythm. Whether working with children, adults, or seniors, he tailors his approach to meet the unique needs of each person, fostering a supportive and nurturing environment.
Robert Miller, MS, MT-BC, is a board-certified music therapist and an award winning performer on the hammered dulcimer. He has a passion for music and its ability to be a therapeutic tool to help others on their journey to wellness and self-discovery. With extensive experience in a variety of settings within the Pittsburgh community, Robert has witnessed how music can facilitate healing, communication, and emotional expression. His work reflects his commitment to using music to support the physical, emotional, and mental well-being of others. As an experienced drum circle facilitator, Robert leads groups that encourage creativity, connection, and community building through rhythm. Whether working with children, adults, or seniors, he tailors his approach to meet the unique needs of each person, fostering a supportive and nurturing environment.
Robert has been performing on the hammered dulcimer since 2017. He has competed with his original songs and arrangements and was awarded first place at two regional competitions and second place at the National Hammered Dulcimer Championship. He loves to perform with his wife Stephanie as they bring together the sounds of hammered dulcimer, harp, flute, guitar, and percussion.