Resources & references

An online destination for discovery & deeper understanding.

Check back often as we add more resources.

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.  

If you wish to contribute to our database, click on the button below. The proposed references are submitted to an analysis and a selection process by a team of music therapists from the Institute. Thank you in advance!

Propose new references

Note (*) : the Institute does not endorse any promotional content, publicity or donation requests that might be included in any of the references.

General search

Languages
Type of reference
Clients
Format
242 results Clear all
Voice-work in music therapy under continuous traumatic situations: Perspectives, adaptations, and modifications
2026
Type of reference
Scientific publications
Author
Tamar Avni & Maayan Salomon-Gimmon
Language
English
Source / Publisher
The Arts in Psychotherapy
Country
Israel

Read an article conceptualizing the therapeutic functions and adaptations of voice-work with individuals experiencing chronic traumatic stress, including exploration of the complexities of trauma work in the context of ongoing threat. Key adaptations in this context, as compared to work in time-bound trauma, include prioritizing safety, resource development, and relational support, rather than processing of trauma, as well as the use of softer, more structured approaches.

What sound can you make? A case study of a music therapy group for children with autism, learning disabilities and challenging behaviours.
2015
Type of reference
Scientific publications
Author
Becky White
Language
English
Source / Publisher
Approaches: An Interdisciplinary Journal of Music Therapy
Country
England
United Kingdom (UK)

Children with autism have historically received individual music therapy sessions; however they can also benefit from small group work where they can have a shared musical experience.