Welcome!
We're so glad you're here.
We're Tamara Belland, a professional singer, and Patsy Rose, a professional pianist and longtime friend.
Together, through That Heartwarming Music, we bring timeless songs, cherished memories, and a little extra joy to retirement communities, assisted living residences, nursing homes, and memory care communities throughout Eastern Iowa and beyond.
We love sharing beautiful, familiar music that brings people together, rekindles memories, and invites everyone to sing along.
Music has a wonderful way of bringing people together. And that's what That Heartwarming Music is all about.
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We’re drawn to songs that go straight to the heart—songs with stories you can follow, melodies you can hum, and emotions that feel honest, familiar, and deeply human. We call it “music they don’t play anymore . . . but should!”
Again and again, residents tell us these songs bring back wonderful memories: a parent singing in the kitchen, music on the radio, a favorite dance, a first love, a family gathering, or simply the feeling of being safe, young, and happy.
Since Patsy and I are both former nurses (Patsy is retired and Tamara changed careers many years ago), music feels like another way of caring. We come with the same spirit we brought to nursing: warmth, kindness, respect, and a real desire to brighten someone’s day.
And it’s not just the residents who enjoy it! We often see staff members pausing in doorways, smiling as they listen, or joining in for a favorite song.
We also love sharing little stories behind the music — where a song came from, why people loved it, or sometimes a surprising verse people haven’t heard in years. Those moments often spark memories, laughter, and conversation.
For us, these songs are more than “old favorites.” They carry humor, tenderness, resilience, romance, and joy — and they give everyone in the room a chance to be present together, even if just for one beautiful hour.
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Upcoming Events & News:
Golden Magnolia Community Center at 200 S. Main St., Fairfield, Iowa on the Third Friday of every month • 6:00–7:00 p.m. Featuring vocalist Tamara with recorded piano accompaniment by Patsy Rose.
A New Chapter for That Heartwarming Music
After two wonderful years of making music together, Patsy Rose will be retiring from live performances at the end of October 2026. Although we'll miss performing together, Patsy's beautiful piano accompaniments will continue to be part of Tamara's solo performances through professional recordings.
The music—and the memories—will continue!
In addition to performing at retirement centers and assisted living communities, Tamara is also available for holiday parties, community events, and private gatherings. Whether you're planning a festive celebration, a gathering of friends, or an afternoon of favorite songs, she'd be delighted to bring the music!
If you’re interested in hosting a performance, click here to contact Tamara—she'd love to hear from you!
Exciting News — New Recordings Coming Soon!
We've recently recorded six beautiful songs from the Great American Songbook and other timeless favorites!
Our collection, Songs They Don't Play Anymore… But Should, will soon be available for purchase right here on our website, with plans to release the recordings on Apple Music, Spotify, Amazon Music, and other streaming platforms.
We can't wait to share them with you!
