Music, Therapy, and Early Childhood
Music, Therapy, and Early Childhood

Author: Elizabeth Schwartz

Publisher: Barcelona Publishers(NH)

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 190

ISBN-13:

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A comprehensive guide to music therapy with young children, providing a detailed examination of development from birth to age five, with theoretical perspectives and extensive scales of developmental milestones. Information is compiled in nine different chronological periods, including benchmarks for physical, sensory, motor, cognitive, emotional/social, and language development. The book then synthesizes current research on musical development in young children and provides lists of musical behaviors as well as a presentation of the theories of musical development proposed by Briggs/Bruscia and Edwin Gordon.

Early Childhood Music Therapy and Autism Spectrum Disorders
Early Childhood Music Therapy and Autism Spectrum Disorders

Author: Petra Kern

Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Published: 2012

Total Pages: 307

ISBN-13: 1849052417

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This edited book brings together renowned experts in music therapy and related fields to present current research, practical strategies, and policies useful for everyone interested in music as a tool to aid children on the autism spectrum. Case scenarios, examples and tip sheets further support the application of the knowledge-based content.

Music Therapy in Schools
Music Therapy in Schools

Author: Amelia Oldfield

Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Published: 2011-09-15

Total Pages: 258

ISBN-13: 0857004743

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The majority of music therapy work with children takes place in schools. This book documents the wealth and diversity of work that music therapists are doing in educational settings across the UK. It shows how, in recent years, music therapy has changed and grown as a profession, and it provides an insight into the trends that are emerging in this area in the 21st century. Collating the experiences of a range of music therapists from both mainstream and special education backgrounds, Music Therapy in Schools explains the procedures, challenges and benefits of using music therapy in an educational context. These music therapists have worked with children of all ages and abilities from pre-school toddlers in nursery schools to teenagers preparing for further education, and address specific issues and disabilities including working with children with emotional and behavioural problems, and autistic spectrum disorders. This book will be essential reading for music therapists, music therapy students and educational professionals.

Music Therapy with Families
Music Therapy with Families

Author: Stine Lindahl Jacobsen

Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Published: 2016-09-21

Total Pages: 346

ISBN-13: 1784501050

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This comprehensive book describes well-defined models of music therapy for working with families in different clinical areas, ranging from families with special needs children or dying family members through to families in psychiatric or paediatric hospital settings. International contributors explain the theoretical background and practice of their specific approach, including an overview of research and illustrative case examples. Particular emphasis is placed on connecting theory and clinical practice and on discussing the challenges and relevance of each model. This practical and theoretically anchored book will prove valuable for music therapists, students and researchers in the fast developing field of music therapy with families.

Early Childhood Music Therapy and Autism Spectrum Disorder, Second Edition
Early Childhood Music Therapy and Autism Spectrum Disorder, Second Edition

Author: Petra Kern

Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Published: 2018-11-21

Total Pages: 320

ISBN-13: 1784506885

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This extended edition offers a comprehensive understanding of music therapy practice for young children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and their families. Drawing on recent research and rigorous scientific evidence, it spans topics such as effective interventions, diagnostic criteria, managing sensory processing issues, inclusion and advocacy.

The Oxford Handbook of Music Therapy
The Oxford Handbook of Music Therapy

Author: Jane Edwards

Publisher: Oxford University Press

Published: 2017

Total Pages: 1009

ISBN-13: 0198817142

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Music therapy is growing internationally to be one of the leading evidence-based psychosocial allied health professions to meet needs across the lifespan.The Oxford Handbook of Music Therapy is the most comprehensive text on this topic in its history. It presents exhaustive coverage of the topic from international leaders in the field.

Together with the Beat
Together with the Beat

Author: Elizabeth Schwartz

Publisher:

Published: 2021-09-22

Total Pages:

ISBN-13: 9780578956145

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Songbook with 50 newly composed or adapted and notated songs for use in early childhood settings and music therapy along with 29 blogs focused on early development through music making. Designed for music therapists, early childhood and elementary school teachers, day care providers, educators , and family members.

Music Therapy Handbook
Music Therapy Handbook

Author: Barbara L. Wheeler

Publisher: Guilford Publications

Published: 2015-01-12

Total Pages: 695

ISBN-13: 1462518222

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Rich with case material, this groundbreaking volume provides a comprehensive overview of music therapy, from basic concepts to emerging clinical approaches. Experts review psychodynamic, humanistic, cognitive-behavioral, and developmental foundations and describe major techniques, including the Nordoff-Robbins model and the Bonny Method of Guided Imagery and Music. An expansive section on clinical applications examines music therapy with children and adults, as well as its recognized role in medical settings. Topics include autism spectrum disorder, school interventions, brain injury, and trauma. An authoritative resource for music therapists, the book also shows how music can be used by other mental health and medical professionals. The companion website features audio downloads illustrative of the Nordoff-Robbins model.