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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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Developing Communication Skills through Music Therapy
2017
Type of reference
General information
Language
English
Source / Publisher
Sound Expression
Country
Australia

Music therapy is used to help autistic children address develpmental goals. Watch registered music therapists lead an individual session with a child using instrument playing, improvisation, and singing to enhance communication and language development.

Effects of music therapy in the treatment of children with delayed speech development - results of a pilot study
2010
Type of reference
Scientific publications
Author
Wibke Groß, Ulrike Linden, Thomas Ostermann
Language
English
Subtitle
English
Source / Publisher
BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine
Country
Germany

This pilot study explored music therapy for children with delayed speech development. Results showed that it was effective in improving phonology, speech comprehension, communication, and cognitive functioning.

El Poder Terapeutico de la Música
2017
Type of reference
General information
Author
Max Teran
Language
Spanish
Subtitle
Spanish
Source / Publisher
TEDx Talk
Country
Costa Rica

Music therapist Max Terán explains what music therapy is, who can benefit, how it can help diverse populations, and how he became a music therapist.

Music Therapy and Music-Based Interventions in Pediatric Neurorehabilitation
2025
Type of reference
Scientific publications
Author
Elisa Milcent Fernandez & Christopher J. Newman
Language
English
Source / Publisher
Children
Country
Switzerland

Review of current research supporting the use of music therapy and music-based interventions in pediatric neurorehabilitation. Results demonstrated measurable benefits of music therapy in multidisciplinary teams in three principle domains: gait rehabilitation, upper limb function, and speech recovery.

¿Qué es la musicoterapia? - Natalia Garbarets
2020
Type of reference
General information
Language
Spanish
Subtitle
Spanish
Source / Publisher
Más que palabras
Country
Spain

Music therapist Natalia Garbarets explains what music therapy is, how it differs from musical education, and what are its benefits.