I LOVE when holidays roll around - it’s the perfect excuse to switch up music, props, and usual routines with clients. Halloween kicks off a myriad of end-of-the-year holidays, and there are plenty of ways to incorporate into sessions in a not-so-scary way. We share ideas for all ages, hope you enjoy! 🎃

I often hear fall as a well-loved season. Whether it's the fall flavors (your cliche pumpkin spice), the cooler weather, or the leaves changing colors, there's so many ways to incorporate these themes into a music therapy experiences. You should be able to find something for all ages (even teens!) & be able to address a variety of goals. We hope you enjoy these music resources for the music therapy session or music education classroom!

As a music therapist, it can be helpful to have go-to songs and music experiences to pull out in any music therapy session. We’ve worked with all ages and have found that while this list is not all inclusive and doesn’t account for a client’s specific music preference, these are some of our top songs with each age group.

Summer has always been a time I look forward to - sunshine, a break from school, swimming and warm weather. There’s ways you can incorporate the change of seasons into your music therapy sessions. You should be able to find something for all ages (even teens!) & be able to address a variety of goals. We hope you enjoy these music resources for the music therapy session or music education classroom!

Preparing for the CBMT Exam? Our team is here to help! We’ve compiled a list of resources, tips, and materials for you to use on your path to passing the CBMT Exam. Included is a free downloadable 13 page study guide that our team assembled when they were studying for their certifications! We’re rooting for you!

Inspired by Taylor Swift’s The Tortured Poets Department song “Fresh Out the Slammer,” we have a free songwriting to help discuss the end of the school year, summer feeling. While school by no means has to be negative, sometimes it’s just time for a change of season. Download free from the blog now.

Spring is a special season - a time to see and discuss growth, life after sometimes a grueling winter, and more sunshine (or rain!). There’s ways you can incorporate the change of seasons into your music therapy sessions. You should be able to find something for all ages (even teens!) & be able to address a variety of goals. We hope you enjoy these music resources for the music therapy session or music education classroom!

December is my favorite time of year in music therapy sessions - I love the excitement the holidays bring and the opportunity to bring out sentimental music that is special to the season. I have some tried and true Christmas and holiday music experiences that I bring out each year and am sharing them with you here! You should be able to find something for all ages (even teens!) & be able to address a variety of goals.

Amazon has great deals throughout the year, where music therapists can find new supplies for their sessions or offices. Here are my 2023 recommendations - instruments, session materials, singable books, and office supplies that have been helpful additions to my music therapy practice!