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What does it mean to be a functional musician?

Music therapy students come from a ton of musical backgrounds. I’ve had students that are classically trained pianists, but have never played in an ensemble with other musicians. Some students are self-taught and never had a lesson, but have gigged […]

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Lessons From My First Year of Teaching

I’ve spent a lot of time in school (almost 20 years by my count.) And it was exactly nine months ago today that I had another first day of school, but this time as a professor. One year later and […]

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2017 Gift Guide for Music Therapists

2017 Gift Guide for Music Therapists

To celebrate the start of the holiday shopping season, check out these gifts at any price range for the music therapist in your life! Click each item for a link to purchase. FYI, I have no financial ties to any […]

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9 Things a Music Therapist Might Not Tell You

9 Things a Music Therapist Might Not Tell You

Running into you friendly neighborhood music therapist on the street, you may not know all that goes into her/his job. Read on to learn some fun facts and other surprises you may not know about music therapists… 1. I play […]

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Four New Year’s Resolutions for Music Therapists

Another new year, another list of resolutions to be forgotten new week, right? Not this year. Below are four ideas to benefit your music therapy practice for yourself, your clients, and the field. No guilt required. 1. Get Involved While […]

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TEDx Talks Given by Music Therapists

TEDx Talks Given by Music Therapists

With an explosion of media attention the last few years, music therapists are finally getting their time in the spotlight. Check out these 10 TEDx videos to get a new perspective on music therapy in under 15 minutes. Tim Ringgold, MT-BC Jodi Winnwalker, LCSW, MT-BC […]

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