Music Therapy and Special Education Books

An updated edition of this classic text, with a new introduction, resource list and with commentary from experienced practitioners who have been inspired by Veronica Sherborne's work. The book shows how

This book offers readers in the music education, music therapy, and music in special education communities a new, important, and globally informed resource for effective music pedagogies.

Focusing on basic principles in theory and practice, three individuals with a hearing impairment report on their development, experience and personal approaches to music. These are followed by chapters on

This book is a classic, now nationally distributed by GIA Publications. It is the primary reference for anyone interested in learning the Alexander Technique, written by perhaps the leading authority in the

The Individualized Music Therapy Assessment Profile (IMTAP) is an in-depth assessment protocol developed by a team of six experienced music therapists. Designed for use in pediatric and adolescent settings,

Through this book, readers can experience tender and inspirational moments made possible through music. It answers the questions many people have when they first hear about music therapy: "What is it

Using music as a medium for communication and development between teacher and pupil, rather than as a subject to be learned, this book responds to the problems of presenting music to children with special

This book presents a fresh, new exploration of the impact of musical experiences on the quality of life of senior citizens, and charts a new direction in the facilitation of the musical lives of people of

Learn essential concepts and practices for providing music therapy. This book has been an indispensable guide for music therapists worldwide since the 1990s. You will learn state-of-the-art, data-driven

Learn essential concepts and practices for providing music therapy. This book has been an indispensable guide for music therapists worldwide since the 1990s. You will learn state-of-the-art, data-driven

This book is an in-depth and practical resource for educators and parents who wish to introduce music to children with hearing loss. The author makes a compelling case for offering music education to

A practical guide & reference manual, Teaching Music to Students with Special Needs addresses special needs in the broadest possible sense to equip teachers with proven, research-based

This book provides a comprehensive study of the education of students with autism within the music classroom. The authors focus on the diagnosis of autism, advocating for students and music programs, and

This superb resource offers accounts of music educators' experiences, featured as vignettes throughout the book. It is a practical guide and reference manual addressing special needs in the broadest

This resource is a result of collaboration between K-12 teachers, outstanding undergraduate and graduate music education students, and professionals in the field and brings together theory, policy and

The VOCES8 Method is an innovative new system which enhances neurological development, helping to deliver improved academic results. Based on research by the Institute of Education, it contains group

This is a collaborative effort written by practicing music educators, teacher educators, pedagogy experts, researchers, and inclusion enthusiasts. The framework of this text is centered on three core