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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.  The choice of references aims to offer a variety of types of contents, such as scientific publications and other more general ones, in text, video or audio formats, to help answer questions from a diversity of visitors seeking information about music therapy. 

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Guided Imagery and Music and the Visually Impaired. Help me stay with the light!
2016
Type of reference
Scientific publications
Author
Maria Samara
Language
English
Source / Publisher
Music and Medicine
Country
Switzerland

Read an article exploring the use of the Bonny Method of Guided Imagery and Music with blind/visually impaired individuals, including the adaptations required for employing this method within this population. 

Guidelines for Music Therapy Practice in Adult Medical Care
2013
Type of reference
Scientific publications
Author
Joy Allen
Language
English
Source / Publisher
Barcelona Publishers
Country
United States (USA)
International

This book presents knowledge on medical music therapy, covering work with adult patients across medical units and procedures, including various diseases and disorders.

Healing connects through music therapy
2014
Type of reference
General information
Author
Jodi Winnwalker
Language
English
Source / Publisher
TED Talks
Country
United States (USA)

Music Therapist Jodi Winnwalker shares the connective and healing power of music.

Heartbeat Music Therapy Helps Parents Cope with Loss of Teen
2014
Type of reference
General information
Language
English
Source / Publisher
Cincinnati Children's
Country
United States (USA)

Brian Schreck, a music therapist at Cincinnati Children's, helps patients and families dealing with a serious illness or end-of-life diagnosis cope and grieve through innovative music therapy.  In this video, the Bennett family describes how the therapy helped them through the loss of their 14-year-old son, Dylan. They listen to the song every single day.

How Does Music Therapy Help with Addiction Treatment?
2023
Type of reference
General information
Author
Addiction Rehab
Language
English
Source / Publisher
Addiction Rehab Toronto
Country
Canada

This article examines music therapy's role in supporting addiction recovery, the types of musical experiences that benefit this clientele, and its potential limitations.

How music therapy is helping psychiatric patients heal at UofL Health
2021
Type of reference
General information
Language
English
Subtitle
English
Source / Publisher
UofL Health
Country
United States (USA)

University of Louisville (UofL) Health is integrating music therapy into its care plan for inpatient psychiatric patients at UofL Hospital. This video introduces you to Katelyn Farris, the music therapist who is helping patients relax and recover through the soothing sounds of music.

Impact of sociodemographic, clinical, and intervention characteristics on pain intensity within a single music therapy session
2025
Type of reference
Scientific publications
Author
Samuel N. Rodgers-Melnick, Douglas Gunzler, Thomas E. Love, et al.
Language
English
Source / Publisher
Journal of Pain
Country
United States (USA)

This study explores the sociodemographic, clinical and intervention characteristics associated with clinically significant pain reductions for adults within a single music therapy session. Findings suggest that interventions involving singing, active instrument play, and relaxation/imagery may be more effective than interventions only involving listening. 

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Implementing music therapy through telehealth: considerations for military populations
2020
Type of reference
Scientific publications
Author
Rebecca Vaudreuil, Diane G. Langston, Wendy L. Magee, et al.
Language
English
Source / Publisher
Disability and Rehabilitation
Country
United States (USA)
Uganda

This article presents three cases of military members, ex-child soldiers, and veterans in telehealth music therapy, showing positive responses and reductions in pain, anxiety, and depression, alongside key clinical, ethical, and technological insights.

Implementing video-based group music therapy during cancer treatment: Insights from a mixed-methods study
2026
Type of reference
Scientific publications
Author
Miriam Grapp, Charlotte Flock, Hans-Christoph Friederich, et al.
Language
English
Source / Publisher
Supportive Care in Cancer
Country
Germany

Read an article discussing the use of an online group music therapy intervention for adults undergoing cancer treatment. Results show that, in spite of the limitations of online interventions, participants found the intervention to be useful in supporting them through their treatments.

Inicios de un grupo de musicoterapia con pacientes en edad adulta con trastorno del espectro autista
2021
Type of reference
Scientific publications
Author
Marta Hernández Sonseca
Language
Spanish
Source / Publisher
Revista de Investigación en Musicoterapia
Country
Spain

Learn about the development of a group music therapy program for autistic adult women targeting self-expression, communication, and impulse control.

Innovative music therapy in Calgary hopes to help people walk again
2019
Type of reference
General information
Author
Jil Croteau
Language
English
Source / Publisher
Global News
Country
Canada

Music therapy is being used in Calgary to help individuals with neurological conditions work towards their goals

Innovative music therapy in Calgary hopes to help people walk again - Video
2018
Type of reference
General information
Language
English
Subtitle
English
Source / Publisher
Global News
Country
Canada

This video presents how music therapy is being used in Calgary to help individuals with neurological conditions work towards their goals.  It includes patient testimonies and perspectives from a music therapist.  

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