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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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Discovering my voice: a peek through Sam's music therapy journey
2021
Type of reference
General information
Language
English
Subtitle
English
Source / Publisher
Sound Expression
Country
Australia

Watch how certified music therapist Catherine Vesic helps Sam learn to use his voice to express himself and connect with the adults around him.

El Poder Terapeutico de la Música
2017
Type of reference
General information
Author
Max Teran
Language
Spanish
Subtitle
Spanish
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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.

Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes: Using music therapy approaches to support and enhance the development of gross motor skills in children who are blind or have low vision
2025
Type of reference
Scientific publications
Author
Karen Bishop
Language
English
Source / Publisher
Open Access Te Herenga Waka-Victoria University of Wellington
Country
New Zealand

Read a thesis paper exploring the use of music therapy to target gross motor skills in young children with congenital blindness/visual impairments. Two case studies are presented, and five common themes are explained.

How music therapy processes can unfold in a session
2024
Type of reference
General information
Language
English
Subtitle
English
Source / Publisher
Sound Expression
Country
Australia

Watch the interaction between registered music therapist, Grace Elliot, and her client in their music therapy session, working on goals of communication, motor skills and regulation.

Music Therapy and Autism Connect - Part 1
2014
Type of reference
General information
Language
English
Subtitle
English
Source / Publisher
MusicTherapyDocumentary.com
Country
United States (USA)

Watch music therapist Karen Hook describe how she uses music therapy with autistic children and children with learning disabilities. 

Click here to watch part 2 of the documentary.

Music Therapy And Behavioral Health
2023
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General information
Language
English
Subtitle
English
Source / Publisher
TEDx Talks
Country
United States (USA)

Listen to music therapist Calli Puko describe her work with adolescents in behavioural health. 

Music Therapy - The Nebraska Medical Center
2010
Type of reference
General information
Language
English
Subtitle
English
Source / Publisher
Nebraska Medicine Nebraska Medical Center
Country
United States (USA)

Watch how certified music therapist Bridget Shevlin intervenes in a pediatric hospital centre to support children with complex illnesses at different moments, but even as they undergo medical treatments.