Hip-Hop and Your Child

Hip-Hop and Your Child

Hip-hop is a significant and unique art-form.  It has roots in slavery and oppression and has itself lived the American Dream. Some of its best practitioners are some of the world’s most unique, global and impressionable artists. It can be a sincere form of music. It...
When Emily Smiles

When Emily Smiles

Emily has Down Syndrome. She spends much of her time in a wheelchair, and relies on others for her day to day care. Music therapy was introduced to Emily’s life to encourage self-expression and communication, as well as increased fine and gross motor movement. Emily...
When Do I Hire a Music Therapist?

When Do I Hire a Music Therapist?

March is National Music Therapy Awareness Month. Throughout the month we aim to promote the profession of certified Music Therapists. You see, music therapists are on a quest to ensure the general public knows when to access our services. Here are a few key points...
Creating Space…for our clients, for ourselves

Creating Space…for our clients, for ourselves

by:  Sarah Van Peteghen, MTA I recently applied to present at the 40th anniversary of our national conference. The title of my workshop is Music Therapy in the Car (and Other Venues). As music therapists, our presence is requested by a massive range of clients. The...