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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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All in Alex's Dreams - Songwriting That Builds Confidence and Connection
2025
Type of reference
General information
Language
English
Source / Publisher
Sound Expression
Country
Australia

Watch music therapist Sebastian Green and his client, Alex, co-write a song together, based on Alex's dreams.

The effect of improvisational group drumming versus general music therapy versus activity therapy on mood, session behaviors and transfer behaviors of in-patient psychiatric individuals
2012
Type of reference
Scientific publications
Author
Daniel B. Tague
Language
English
Source / Publisher
College of Music, Florida State University
Country
United States (USA)

Read how a group drumming protocol was successfully utilized as part of the psychosocial training program for patients in an acute psychiatric hospital setting.

The use of group drumming-based music therapy with male adolescents in a school violence prevention program in Korea: A pilot study
2022
Type of reference
Scientific publications
Author
Eun Sil Suh
Language
English
Source / Publisher
Psychology of Music
Country
South Korea

This study investigated the impact of a drumming experience on student's agressivity in adolescent males as part of a program addressing school violence. Results found a positive impact of drumming on reducing anger as well as an increase in areas such as self-esteem, cooperation, empathy, active listening and emotional expression.