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The purpose of our database is to provide an easy access to knowledge about music therapy and its application with a diverse array of clientele.  We therefore propose a selection of pertinent references, however not exhaustive, given that each week more research and other information are published around the world. 

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Therabeat: Music Therapy for Kids
2015
Type of reference
General information
Language
English
Source / Publisher
CNN
Keywords
News story
Music therapy organization
Child development
Special needs
Speech and Language Disorder
Singing
Communication
Movement
Individual music therapy
Developmental disorders
Physical disabilities
Children

This video provides music therapy live footage and testimonials of its impact in the life of children and their parents. It documents music therapy with young children within a developmental approach. 
It documents the approach and the work of Jennifer Puckett, MT-BC.

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Using music-adapted technology to explore Bruscia’s clinical techniques introduced in autism research: Pilot study
2020
Type of reference
Scientific publications
Author
Kurkjian, A., & Skinner, K.. Ahonen, H.
Language
English
Source / Publisher
Approaches: An Interdisciplinary Journal of Music Therapy
Keywords
Research article
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Special needs
Developmental disorders

 This pilot research investigated eight most commonly used Bruscia’s (1987) clinical improvisation techniques utilised in music therapy with autistic clients: imitating, reflecting, synchronising, extending, symbolising, holding, incorporating, and rhythmic grounding. Improvisations were recorded using LogicPro connected to MalletKAT
instruments. Improvisations were analysed using music-adapted technology, the MIDI Toolbox.

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What sound can you make? A case study of a music therapy group for children with autism, learning disabilities and challenging behaviours.
2015
Type of reference
Scientific publications
Author
White, B.
Language
English
Source / Publisher
Approaches: An Interdisciplinary Journal of Music Therapy
Keywords
Research article
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Challenging behaviours
Learning disabilities
Special needs
Developmental disorders
Intellectual disabilities
Children

 Children with autism have historically received individual music therapy sessions; however they can also benefit from small group work where they can have a shared musical experience.

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