what is music therapy?
Music is a powerful way of encouraging, inspiring and motivating people to engage positively with learning, self-expression and creativity. Music therapists work with people of all ages to build communication skills, interaction, expression and other core skills through musical improvisation. We believe that every person is musical, and music therapists are trained to find the right way to engage with each person's musicality.
A music therapist uses vocal and instrumental techniques to make a connection with a person. By making music with the therapist, people are enabled to express themselves in new ways, which can lead to increased interaction, greater communication skills, raised self-esteem and self expression.
Music therapy sessions can be in group settings or 1:1 and take place on a regular, weekly basis. A music therapy session involves the use of interactive improvisation, structured activity, composition, singing and playing to promote wider communication, socialisation and engagement.
A music therapist uses vocal and instrumental techniques to make a connection with a person. By making music with the therapist, people are enabled to express themselves in new ways, which can lead to increased interaction, greater communication skills, raised self-esteem and self expression.
Music therapy sessions can be in group settings or 1:1 and take place on a regular, weekly basis. A music therapy session involves the use of interactive improvisation, structured activity, composition, singing and playing to promote wider communication, socialisation and engagement.
music therapy in schools
Many young people find it difficult to engage in their learning for reasons including complex family circumstances, a learning or physical disability, or a condition such as autism. Social and emotional difficulties can affect a child’s motivation to learn and participate in class-based activities. However, all children, regardless of condition, have the ability to interact musically.
Music therapy can have an impact on a child’s:
Music therapy can have an impact on a child’s:
- communication skills (including listening and eye contact)
- social skills and turn-taking
- motivation, focus and alertness
- self-esteem / sense of identity
- self control
- physical coordination
- spontaneity and creativity
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Music therapists help children develop skills that allow them to participate more positively in their school life. Music therapy helps the children who struggle most at school to come closer to achieving their potential.
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