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Remember Me: What Coco Teaches Us About Music, Memory, and End of Life
Written with AI-assistance. When Pixar’s Coco swept audiences into tears in 2017, many assumed it was simply a beautiful story about family and Mexican culture. But at its heart, Coco […]
The Gift of Curiosity: A Music Therapy Memoir
When I first met Mr. K., his handshake was firm, his gaze alert.“Samuel!” he said with a grin, then broke into a mock-solemn tone: “Samiel! Samiel! Erschein!” — the famous […]
Behind the Music – The Lives of Music Therapists: Dr. Suzanne B. Hanser
From leading international collaborations to mentoring future music therapists, Dr. Suzanne B. Hanser has played a significant role in shaping music therapy globally. As an educator, researcher, and clinician, she […]
Returning to the Philippines: Bringing Music and Love
More than A Decade of Connection It all started back in 2012 when I went on a high school trip to the Philippines. That first experience had a profound impact […]
Reminiscence-Focused Music Therapy: Connecting the Past to the Present
“We were evacuated during the war (World War II) when we were children. When we were in the bunker my mom would sing songs to me at night” – A […]
Music Therapy Assessment for Older Adults (MTAOA): Exploring Validity and Usability in International Contexts
Introduction Assessment in music therapy is an integral part of the therapeutic process. From identifying client needs to measuring progress and evaluating outcomes, it provides a structured approach to understanding […]
The Harmony of Collaboration: Navigating the Differences Between Multi-, Inter-, and Transdisciplinary Teams in Music Therapy
Music therapists work in many different settings. It is not uncommon to be part of a team with professionals from many disciplines. Yet, there is no one model for the […]
Behind the Music – The Lives of Music Therapists: Dr. Barbara Wheeler
As Professor Emeritus from Montclair State University and a retired faculty member from the University of Louisville, Barbara Wheeler has shaped the field of music therapy for decades. I have […]
Exploring Language and Power in Music Therapy and Refugee Youth
I have been thinking about the intersection of language, power, and music therapy ever since Voices put out a call for a special issue on this topic. Although I was […]
Chant to be Used in Processions Around a Site with Furnaces
Trappist monk, Catholic writer, mystic, social activist, poet, and student of comparative religion, Thomas Merton (1915-1968) was a highly influential thinker and spiritual leader of the 20th century. His numerous […]
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