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The purpose of our resources database is to provide an easy access to knowledge about music therapy and its application with a diverse array of clientele, and to help answer questions from a diversity of visitors seeking information about music therapy. We therefore propose a selection of pertinent* references, however not exhaustive, given that each week more research and other information are published around the world.  

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Musique, musicothérapie et développement de l'enfant
2005
Type of reference
General information
Author
Guylaine Vaillancourt
Language
French
Source / Publisher
Éditions CHU Sainte-Justine, collection du CHU Sainte-Justine pour les parents
Country
Canada
Keywords
Book for general public
Child development
Families
Self-expression
Cognitive functions
Musical skills
Parental bonding
Babies
Children

This book is available in an official English edition by the Publisher.

This book, written by music therapist Guylaine Vaillancourt, is divided in two parts. This book is intended to make parents, educators and care-givers aware of how music and music therapy can benefit children. It also explains how the purposeful use of music by music therapy professionals can restore, maintain or enhance physical and psychological well-being of children.

See the record of the book Music, Music Therapy and Child Development.

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The Role of the music therapist in promoting parent-infant attachment
2014
Type of reference
Scientific publications
Author
Jane Edwards
Language
English
Source / Publisher
Canadian Journal of Music Therapy
Country
Canada
Keywords
Research article
Child development
Families
Communication
Parental bonding
Babies
Children

Read how musical interaction supported by a qualified music therapist can offer a potential pathway for improved attachment between parent and infant. This article is also available in a French full-text translation. 

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Therabeat: Music Therapy for Kids
2015
Type of reference
General information
Language
English
Source / Publisher
CNN
Country
United States (USA)
Keywords
News story
Music therapy organization
Child development
Speech and Language Disorder
Singing
Communication
Movement
Individual music therapy
Developmental disorders
Physical disabilities
Children

This video provides music therapy live footage and testimonials of its impact in the life of children and their parents. It documents music therapy with young children within a developmental approach. 
It documents the approach and the work of Jennifer Puckett, MT-BC.

Watch the video (3:35)