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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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‘It’s lovely to be able to communicate with her’: Music therapy helps Kia to finally find her voice
2024
Type of reference
General information
Author
Alice Hinds
Language
English
Source / Publisher
The Sunday Post
Country
United Kingdom (UK)

Read how Nordoff Robbins music therapy helped a child with complex needs improve communication and self-expression, with testimonials from her mother and therapist.

Click here to watch a live Nordoff Robbins music therapy session.

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.

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.