written by Allison Jarrell, LPMT, MT-BC, and Metro Music Makers Founder and CEO Have you ever wondered why musicians seem to have an uncanny ability to remember things? Or why so many studies link learning an instrument to higher cognitive function? Science has shown time and time again that playing music isn’t just an enjoyable … Read more
written by Annie Murphy, MT-BC Most of us spend our days listening to music whether it is on our commute to work, while cooking dinner, doing chores around the house, or while working out. Music can elicit a wide variety of emotions and because of this, music can be a powerful tool to use when … Read more
written by Annie Murphy MT-BC “Music, reflecting the norms, attitudes, beliefs and experiences of a group of people, serves a unifying function in groups, as in society. Music therapy utilizes the power of music to facilitate recognition of a common identity among addicted clients, as well as common beliefs and problems, thereby opening pathways for … Read more
written by Metro Music Makers instructor Dr. Victor Ezquerra
written by Metro Music Makers instructor and music therapist, Annie Summar, MT-BC
Written by Connor Grimes (MT-BC Pending)
By Metro Music Makers music therapist Kristen Van Dyke, MT-BC *Note: The goal of this blog series discussing music therapy interventions is to give more information about the field of music therapy and what a music therapist does. For the safety of all those involved, only a licensed, board-certified music therapist should carry out these … Read more
Written by Kristen Van Dyke, MT-BC *Note: The goal of this blog series discussing music therapy interventions is to give more information about the field of music therapy and what a music therapist does. For the safety of all those involved, only a licensed, board-certified music therapist should carry out these interventions. However, at the … Read more
We have an amazing team of music therapists on staff at Metro Music Makers. The road to becoming a music therapist is not an easy one, and we have a blog series that explains that journey. If you or someone you know is heading into this career, you may find these posts interesting, or if … Read more
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