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The purpose of our database is to provide an easy access to knowledge about music therapy and its application with a diverse array of clientele.  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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Pouvoir apaisant de la musique / Soothing power of music
2018
Type of reference
General information
Language
French
Subtitle
French
Source / Publisher
Montreal General Hospital Foundation
Country
Canada
Keywords
Interview
Hospital
Depression
Psychiatric conditions
Choir
Composition
Active music therapy
Mental health
Adults

In his studio at the Montreal General Hospital, music therapist Dany Bouchard uses music to connect with patients of the Mental Health Mission. Through regular sessions, Dany helps access their emotions, patients express their feelings, and open new doors to healing.

Listen to the interview (26:21, in French)
Qué es la musicoterapia? - Carla Navarro, Pedro Vinuesa et al.
2015
Type of reference
General information
Language
Spanish
Subtitle
Spanish
Source / Publisher
Neuras Ciencia
Country
Spain
Keywords
Interview
Hospital
Psychosocial needs
Singing
Clinical practice
Communication
Emotional expression
Cognitive functions
Emotional support

Watch interviews with music therapists Carla Navarro, Pedro Vinuesa, Maria Martinez-Gil, and Paula Ramirez describing what music therapy is, who it can benefit, and how it can help. Client testimonials are also included. 

Watch the video (4:53, in Spanish)
Striking a Chord - Music Therapy at St. Martha's Hospital
2015
Type of reference
General information
Language
English
Source / Publisher
Nova Scotia Health Authority Page
Country
Canada
Keywords
Interview
Music therapy session
Testimonial
Hospital
Alzheimer's Disease
Dementia
Ageing related disorders
Elderly

 Since late 2013, music therapist Tom Curry has provided individual and group based music therapy services at St. Martha's Regional in Antigonish, arranged through the Arts Health Antigonish (AHA!) community collaboration.

Video (5:14)
VA care, music therapy help Chicago Veteran overcome PTSD
2016
Type of reference
General information
Language
English
Subtitle
English
Source / Publisher
U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs
Country
United States (USA)
Keywords
Interview
Testimonial
Anxiety
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Veterans
Singing
Drum circle
Mental health
Trauma
Adults

Air Force veteran Christopher Smith shares how music therapy helped him deal with the anxiety of almost losing his eyesight. Through drumming and singing, he found a way of coping with PTSD.

Watch the video (3:49)