As a music therapist, it can be helpful to have go-to songs and music experiences to pull out in any music therapy session. We’ve worked with all ages and have found that while this list is not all inclusive and doesn’t account for a client’s specific music preference, these are some of our top songs with each age group.

Encanto’s soundtrack has been a HUGE hit among all ages, remaining listed in the top hits charts for weeks. So here’s some fresh ways to engage your clients (especially teens and young adults) using TikTok dances, ukulele, songwriting, and more during your music therapy sessions!

Need a music intervention that could address: fine motor skills, following multi-step directions, self-esteem building, creative expression, attention to task, or frustration tolerance? One of my favorite experiences I’ve facilitated is creating a build-your-own ukulele kit - I just LOVE how versatile it is.

Do you know much about TikTok? Yeah, me neither. I came across a “duet” online though and realized there are several ways TikTok could be incorporated into music therapy sessions, so I did some research. Here’s some info on ways to utilize TikTok for songwriting and singing along to your favorite artist.

When we get hit with unexpected circumstances (such as the current COVID-19 precautions, an interruption in services due to maternity leave, or having to stay home and care for a sick child), it sometimes requires us to step away from our clients. Since so many other music therapists are experiencing this same issue, I wanted to create a list of resource ideas that I have to share with my clients and their families.