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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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MUSIC THERAPY - Impact Insight Series - Abigail
2017
Type of reference
General information
Language
English
Source / Publisher
Nordoff-Robbins Music Therapy Australia
Country
Australia

Watch a video of a music therapist working with a young autistic girl. Goals discussed include communication, social skills and functional skills.

Music Therapy with Hudson - 1
2016
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Language
English
Source / Publisher
Nordoff-Robbins Music Therapy Australia
Country
Australia

Watch how music therapist Belinda Burns works with Hudson, a young boy with developmental delays.

Click here to watch a video of Hudson's progress three years later.

Music Therapy with Hudson - 2
2019
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Language
English
Source / Publisher
Nordoff-Robbins Music Therapy Australia
Country
Australia

Watch how music therapist Belinda Burns works with Hudson, a young boy with developmental delays.

Click here to watch a video of Hudson's music therapy treatment three years prior.

Musicothérapie à la maison de soins palliatifs Saint-Raphaël
2021
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Language
French
Subtitle
French
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Saint-Raphaël Palliative Care Home and Day Center
Country
Canada

This video features Anna Lacourse, certified music therapist who presents her work with a patient at the Saint-Raphaël Palliative Care Home and Day Center. The patient gives a testimonial and describes the benefits he has experienced through music therapy.

Nordoff-Robbins Music Therapy Video Portrait (Part 1)
2008
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Language
English
Subtitle
English
Source / Publisher
Nordoff-Robbins
Country
United States (USA)

Discover the history of the Nordoff Robbins music therapy method for disabled children and watch early sessions, featuring both Clive Robbins and Paul Nordoff (Part 1). Note: these images were published on YouTube in 2008, but they date from an older time period (circa. 1993).

Click here to view part 2 of this video.

Nordoff-Robbins Music Therapy Video Portrait (Part 2)
2008
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General information
Language
English
Subtitle
English
Source / Publisher
Nordoff-Robbins
Country
United States (USA)

Discover the history of the Nordoff Robbins music therapy method for disabled children and watch early sessions, featuring both Clive Robbins and Paul Nordoff (Part 2).  Note: these images were published on YouTube in 2008, but they date from an older time period (circa. 1993).

Click here to view part 1 of this video.

Parkinson's and Music Therapy
2012
Type of reference
General information
Language
English
Subtitle
English
Source / Publisher
Norton Healthcare
Country
United States (USA)

Parkinson's disease is a neurological condition that affects movement, among other skills. Kerry Willis, a board certified music therapist, explains how neurologic music therapy enhances neurorehablitation through movement, singing, and instrument playing.

Polio Music Therapy
2010
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General information
Language
English
Source / Publisher
Music Therapy Trust Fund
Country
Canada

 An individual who suffered from polio as a child described the impact of music therapy on his recovery over the years.

RMTs Change Lives Series - Episode 3 - Thomo's Story
2016
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Language
English
Subtitle
English
Source / Publisher
Australian Music Therapy Association
Country
Australia

Testimonial of a gentleman who participated in music therapy after experiencing a dirt bike accident. He explains how music therapy helped his neurorehabilitation, such as walking, and memory skills.

Click here to watch an interview explaining this video further.

Something Changed in the Room
2025
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General information
Language
English
Subtitle
English
Source / Publisher
PBS
Country
United States (USA)

Watch a documentary featuring music therapist Hilary Camino as she provides music therapy to older adults at Sage Living. It includes interviews, testimonials, and music therapy sessions about the benefits of music therapy for this population. Note: this video is available with closed captioning and a transcript. 

Striking a Chord - Music Therapy at St. Martha's Hospital
2015
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General information
Language
English
Source / Publisher
Nova Scotia Health Authority Page
Country
Canada

 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.

The power of music as therapy in MS
2020
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General information
Author
MBM productions
Language
English
Subtitle
English
Source / Publisher
Novartis
Country
United States (USA)

Music therapy enhances neuroplasticity among adults with multiple sclerosis (MS). Watch interviews from medical professionals and a music therapist, testimonials from clients, and live music therapy experiences.