Music Therapy Sessions (Course) For Young Children.
(Classes available for adults upon request.)
(2 months course with 2 lectures
and 6 days of therapy sessions - 1 hour per session)
1. Discussion. - Lecture 1 (Day 1)
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Student’s music
preferences and interests.
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Student’s age and
developmental level.
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Physical abilities.
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Cognitive abilities.
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Trauma triggers.
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Emotional well-being.
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Physical health.
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Physiological responses.
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Perceptual/motor skills.
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Social functioning.
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Communication abilities.
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Cognitive (mental and
intellectual) skills.
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Musical background and
skills.
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Trauma history.
2. Basics of Music Therapy. - Lecture 2 (Day 2)
3. Therapy sessions. (Day 3)
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Create music. Compose music, write lyrics or make up music.
4.
Therapy sessions. (Day 4)
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Sing music. Using voice to share a piece of music.
5. Therapy sessions. (Day 5)
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Listen to music. Enjoy the sound and lyrics.
6. Therapy
Sessions. (Day 6)
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Move to the music. It can be as simple as tapping toes together or as complicated
as a coordinated dance.
7.
Therapy Sessions. (Day 7)
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Discuss lyrics. Read or listen to the lyrics of a song and talk about their
meaning.
8. Therapy Sessions.
(Day 8)
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Play an instrument. Use an instrument like a piano, guitar, etc. to share
music.
Evaluate the effectiveness of the music
therapy session and determine if the goals were met & provide the student a
certificate for participation.
Duration -
(2 months course with 2 lectures and 6 days of therapy sessions - 1 hour per session)
Music Therapy Classes Conducted by,
C M Anjalee Panawala
What is music therapy?
Music therapy is the clinical use of music to
accomplish individualized goals such as reducing stress, improving mood and
self-expression. It is an evidence-based therapy well-established in the health
community. Music therapy experiences may include listening, singing, playing
instruments, or composing music. Musical skills or talents are not required to
participate.
Music therapy may help you psychologically,
emotionally, physically, spiritually, cognitively and socially. A short list of
benefits includes:
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Lowering blood pressure.
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Improving memory.
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Enhanced communication
and social skills through experiencing music with others.
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Self-reflection.
Observing your thoughts and emotions.
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Reducing muscle tension.
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Self-regulation.
Developing healthy coping skills to manage your thoughts and emotions.
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Increasing motivation.
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Managing pain.
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Increasing joy.
Formal music therapy was defined and first used by the United States War Department in 1945. It helped military service members recovering in Army hospitals with occupational therapy, education, recreation and physical reconditioning.
Music therapists work with children and adolescents.
Music therapy may help with the following:
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Behavior disorders.
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Mood and anxiety
disorders.
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Attention
deficit/Hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
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Autism spectrum disorders (ASD).
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Trauma.
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Substance abuse
disorders.
Why do we need Music
Therapy?
What are the benefits of music therapy?
Research in music therapy supports its effectiveness
in six areas: psychological, emotional, physical, spiritual, cognitive, and
social.
Emotional:
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Music can call up
repressed (bottled up) emotions that may then be released.
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Music can lessen feelings
of isolation.
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Improved mood.
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Decreased depression.
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Anxiety reduction.
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Self-expression.
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Stress management.
Physical:
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Music can affect the body
by changing your heart rate and lowering blood pressure and respiration
(breathing) rate.
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Improved motor
development or processing.
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Relaxation and/or
improved sleep.
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It can physically
stimulate conscious or unconscious body movements, such as toe-tapping or large
body movements, and improved gait (walking) and speech.
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Management of and/or
distraction from pain.
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Reduced asthma episodes.
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Reduced pain.
·
Help premature infants
with weight gain and sleep.
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Help people with
Parkinson’s disease improve their motor functions.
Spiritual:
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Music can open the door
spiritually and allow you and your family the opportunity to explore your own
spiritual beliefs.
Cognitive:
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Music can provide an
increased sense of control.
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Coping skills.
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Lessen the effects of dementia.
Social:
· Music can bring people
together socially, not just at large gatherings such as parties, weddings, or
funerals, but in more informal, intimate, shared experiences, like a hospital
room
· Help autistic children improve communication.
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