Song Recommendations for Every Music Therapist to Know
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.
Summer Music Ideas and Resources for Music Therapists
Summer has always been a time I look forward to - sunshine, a break from school, swimming and warm weather. There’s ways you can incorporate the change of seasons into your music therapy sessions. You should be able to find something for all ages (even teens!) & be able to address a variety of goals. We hope you enjoy these music resources for the music therapy session or music education classroom!
Navigating the Path to Becoming a Board Certified Music Therapist: Study Tips and Resources for the CBMT Exam
Preparing for the CBMT Exam? Our team is here to help! We’ve compiled a list of resources, tips, and materials for you to use on your path to passing the CBMT Exam. Included is a free downloadable 13 page study guide that our team assembled when they were studying for their certifications! We’re rooting for you!
“Fresh Out the Slammer”: a Taylor Swift Songwriting For the End of School
Inspired by Taylor Swift’s The Tortured Poets Department song “Fresh Out the Slammer,” we have a free songwriting to help discuss the end of the school year, summer feeling. While school by no means has to be negative, sometimes it’s just time for a change of season. Download free from the blog now.
Spring Music Ideas and Resources for Music Therapists
Spring is a special season - a time to see and discuss growth, life after sometimes a grueling winter, and more sunshine (or rain!). There’s ways you can incorporate the change of seasons into your music therapy sessions. You should be able to find something for all ages (even teens!) & be able to address a variety of goals. We hope you enjoy these music resources for the music therapy session or music education classroom!
Happy Holidays: Christmas and Holiday Music Therapy and Music Education Ideas
December is my favorite time of year in music therapy sessions - I love the excitement the holidays bring and the opportunity to bring out sentimental music that is special to the season. I have some tried and true Christmas and holiday music experiences that I bring out each year and am sharing them with you here! You should be able to find something for all ages (even teens!) & be able to address a variety of goals.
Music Therapy Amazon Supplies and Materials Recommendations
Amazon has great deals throughout the year, where music therapists can find new supplies for their sessions or offices. Here are my 2023 recommendations - instruments, session materials, singable books, and office supplies that have been helpful additions to my music therapy practice!
Free September Songwriting Template
In September, some parts of the world start to see the signs of fall - leaves changing, cooler nights, and all things pumpkin. Find a free download of our songwriting template for “September” by Earth Wind and Fire to celebrate these changes and what to look forward to in October.