At Harmony Music Therapy, we believe in the power of rhythm—not just to move our bodies, but to strengthen our brains. Decades of research now confirm what music therapists have seen for years: rhythm is a powerful tool to support cognitive development, including memory, attention, and executive functioning. Whether in a drum circle, a songwriting..
When most people think about music, they often picture talent, technique, and performance. But beneath the melodies and harmonies lies something much deeper and more universal—rhythm as a tool for human connection. From the first lullabies sung to infants, to group drumming circles or collaborative jam sessions, rhythm shapes how we relate to one another…
In a world full of expectations, checklists, and goals, it can be easy to forget what children truly need in order to grow: connection, curiosity, and a sense of safety. At Harmony Music Therapy, we believe that development happens best when it’s led by the child—and that music is one of the most natural, joyful..
Teaching kids about emotions starts with helping them recognize what different feelings feel like—and what better way to explore happiness than through music? Songs can be an engaging, joyful way for children to connect with their emotions, giving them the tools to identify and express when they’re feeling good. In this post, we’ll highlight three..
It can be really difficult to find a funding source, such as a grant, to use for music therapy. While a quick Google search may bring up some hopeful leads, as you dig in you quickly find that many sources are strictly regional or are grants that expired years ago. Music therapy can be a..
Sometimes having the right tools makes all the difference in getting where you want to go. This is especially true with music therapy. We have umbrella trees that need to be trimmed down to little stumps every fall. Currently, the project doesn’t take too long and we’re usually able to bust it out in one..
It can be difficult to understand the differences between all of the options for “music health”. Here is a straightforward comparison of Music Therapy vs. Genote to help you make an informed decision based on your needs. Music is all around us. We all need it, we are all drawn to it, and most of..
Occasionally organizations are unsure whether it would be best to contract or hire a music therapist. Here are some of the pros and cons of each to help you decide what’s best for you. When you are deciding whether to contract or hire a music therapist, you also need to consider what is best for..
There’s a lot more to drumming than just banging out a sweet rhythm. Here are 8 surprising benefits that come with getting your groove on. When most people hear “drum circle” they may have some stereotypical associations. And for good reason, I mean our society has used drumming in some pretty strange ways for a..
Becoming a Board Certified Music Therapist (MT-BC) is more than liking people, loving music, and wanting to make them feel better. It’s a regulated profession with high standards and a rigorous training program. The credential Music Therapist – Board Certified (MT-BC), is granted by the Certification Board for Music Therapists (CBMT, cbmt.org) to identify music..