Music, Therapy, and Early Childhood

Music, Therapy, and Early Childhood
Author: Elizabeth Schwartz
Publisher: Barcelona Publishers(NH)
Total Pages: 190
Release: 2008
Genre: Education
ISBN:

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
Total Pages: 307
Release: 2012
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 1849052417

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
Total Pages: 258
Release: 2011-09-15
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 0857004743

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
Total Pages: 346
Release: 2016-09-21
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 1784501050

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.

The Oxford Handbook of Music Therapy

The Oxford Handbook of Music Therapy
Author: Jane Edwards
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Total Pages: 1009
Release: 2017
Genre: Music
ISBN: 0198817142

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.

Bright Start Music

Bright Start Music
Author: Darcy Walworth
Publisher:
Total Pages: 480
Release: 2013
Genre: Child development
ISBN: 9781884914300

This book grew out of the need to provide developmental services for premature infants after going home from the hospital. While many parent-infant music groups are available to promote bonding and development, the need to create and inclusion-based, comprehensive developmental program for children at risk for developmental delays became evident. The curriculum is structured to identify specific developmental skills that can be demonstrated, practiced, and mastered through music engagement. Although this program is rooted in the profession of music therapy, the resources in this curriculum can be implemented by early childhood educators or staff working in child care facilities, community groups, or hospitals.

Interactive Music Therapy - A Positive Approach

Interactive Music Therapy - A Positive Approach
Author: Amelia Oldfield
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Total Pages: 225
Release: 2006-06-15
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 184642528X

In Interactive Music Therapy - A Positive Approach, Amelia Oldfield explains how her approach to music therapy sessions establishes a constructive musical dialogue with children that emphasises positive experiences - these establish trust and allow feelings to be expressed through music. Describing the general benefits of this approach, the author also details its application for specific clinical groups including children with autistic spectrum disorders, relationship difficulties or physical disabilities. Individual chapters focus specifically on child development issues and in child and brief case studies throughout the text illustrate points of particular importance. This practical book will be of use to other clinicians and teachers working with children with a variety of needs, including children on the autism spectrum and children with learning disabilities. It is also of use to music therapy trainers, their students and academics whose interests include music therapy.

Using Music in Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy

Using Music in Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy
Author: Laura E. Beer
Publisher: Guilford Publications
Total Pages: 217
Release: 2019-02-19
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 146253919X

There is growing evidence for the powerful role that music plays in enhancing children's cognitive, social, and emotional development. Written for a broad audience of mental health professionals, this is the first book to provide accessible ways of integrating music into clinical work with children and adolescents. Rich case vignettes show how to use singing, drumming, listening to music, and many other strategies to connect with hard-to-reach children, promote self-regulation, and create opportunities for change. The book offers detailed guidelines for addressing different clinical challenges, including attachment difficulties, trauma, and behavioral, emotional, and communication problems. Each chapter concludes with concrete recommendations for practice; an appendix presents a photographic inventory of recommended instruments.

Music Therapy and Parent-Infant Bonding

Music Therapy and Parent-Infant Bonding
Author: Jane Edwards
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Total Pages: 229
Release: 2011-07-07
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0199580510

Music Therapy and Parent Infant Bonding is the first title in the field of music therapy to explore the contribution that music therapy can make in the very early years, for instance in situations regarding adopted children, or in ameliorating the effects of maternal depression on the parent-infant relationship.