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Benefits of Therapeutic Music
Benefits of Therapeutic Music
Benefits of Therapeutic Music
The multi-dimensional healing qualities of sound and music are beneficial in all aspects of health and well being. Research confirms sound and music:
- diminishes and relieves pain by increasing endorphin levels;
- reduces blood pressure, heart rate and stabilizes breathing;
- boosts immune system level functioning;
- relieves anxiety and enc
The multi-dimensional healing qualities of sound and music are beneficial in all aspects of health and well being. Research confirms sound and music:
- diminishes and relieves pain by increasing endorphin levels;
- reduces blood pressure, heart rate and stabilizes breathing;
- boosts immune system level functioning;
- relieves anxiety and encourages relaxation;
- generates a sense of safety and well being;
- assists the dying in the final tasks of transition
Therapeutic Settings
Benefits of Therapeutic Music
Benefits of Therapeutic Music
- Rehabilitation centers
- Nursing Homes
- Assisted living facilities
- Hospices
- Chemotherapy clinics
- Delivery rooms
- Recovery rooms
- Private homes
- Office settings
- Veterinary offices
- Dialysis clinics
- Cardiac centers
- Wellness centers
- Memorial services
- Life celebrations
- Retreats
- After School Program
Why a Trained Certified Musician?
Why a Trained Certified Musician?
Why a Trained Certified Musician?
Our trained practitioners are all certified by nationally recognized programs and are insured. NATM is the national registry for all music practitioners who maintain their certification and supports them in achieving their continuing education goals and requirements.
We Are Not Music Therapists
Why a Trained Certified Musician?
Why a Trained Certified Musician?
What is the Difference between a Music Therapist and a Therapeutic Musician?
The music therapist uses musical instruments and music making as therapeutic tools primarily to rehabilitate the normal functions of living and improve quality of life through studying and promoting measurable changes in behavior. A therapeutic musician uses the
What is the Difference between a Music Therapist and a Therapeutic Musician?
The music therapist uses musical instruments and music making as therapeutic tools primarily to rehabilitate the normal functions of living and improve quality of life through studying and promoting measurable changes in behavior. A therapeutic musician uses the artistic application of the intrinsic elements of live music and sound to provide an environment conducive to the healing process.
*Excerpt from the National Standards Board of Therapeutic Musicians Presentation Planner available at www.nsbtm.org
FAQ
What is a Typical Therapeutic Music Session Like?
- The therapeutic musician is trained to assess the patient’s behavior, condition and communication ability in order to meet the patient’s immediate needs with appropriate therapeutic music.
- Music may be familiar or unfamiliar, structured (such as written tunes) or improvised, using rhythmic or arrhythmic tempos, depending on the situation and the patient’s needs.
- In working with the mood of a patient, the therapeutic musician may play music which falls into three types: merry, sad and soothing.
- Playing in different modes (Ionian, Mixolydian, Dorian and Aeolian) is also helpful in meeting the patient’s needs.
How Are Therapeutic Musicians Trained?
There are three types of therapeutic musician training programs:
- classroom-taught,
- online with some on-site internship requirements
- self-paced independent study.
The following programs are accredited by the National Standards Board for Therapeutic Musicians (NSBTM). Students receiving certification through one of these programs have met a common set of minimum standards set by the Board which include an extensive curriculum, demonstrating musical proficiency and completing at least 45 hours of hospice/hospital internship playing at bedside.
All of these programs assign mentors* to work with new students.
- Music for Healing and Transition Program
- Clinical Musician Certification Course
- International Harp Therapy Program
- Bedside Harp
Other therapeutic musician programs which are recognized locally by health care organizations in their parts of the country, but which for various reasons are not nationally accredited. Therapeutic musician training programs affiliated with the NSBTM include
- GentleMuses in Boston, Massachusetts (www.gentlemuses.org/)
- HealthCare Harps Institute, LLC in Alta Loma, California (www.healthharp.com/)
- Vibroacoustic Harp Therapy in Macungie, Pennsylvania (www.vibroacousticharp.com/)
*MHTP has changed terminology to” advisors” and “independant practicum” to avoid confusion (as many expect internships to provide supervisors on –site).
**Excerpts from the National Standards Board of Therapeutic Musicians Presentation Planner available at www.nsbtm.org