Episodes

In this episode, Ben and Anna tell us all about their business, The BenAnna Band. We also discuss being authentically human, collaborating creatively and professionally, and the infinite potential of our creative ideas. The BenAnna Band is a high-energy musical duo utilizing singing, guitar, and percussion to jam out on new children’s music, with a focus on crafting unique and interactive experiences for kids of all ages and abilities! There are opportunities galore for dancing, singing, and pl...

Check out these diverse creators in helping professions. Our hope is to direct listeners toward alternative media during the time they would otherwise spend listening to the show this week. Moretta Irchirl, MT-BC Find Moretta on Instagram, Facebook, and Youtube. “Lean-in to your imperfections.” -Moretta Black MAGIC (Black Moving Affinity Group In Community) Find Black MAGIC online and on Instagram. You can connect with them at Blackmagicdmt2020@gmail.com If you or someone you know is inter...

This episode is part 3 of the Music Therapy Chronicles 2020 Year in Review. I hope you enjoy listening back to some clips from the past 12 months and feel inspired to take on 2021! Full length conversations featured in this episode: 63. Preparing for the Board Exam: Amber Rogers, MA, MT-BC 67. Decolonizing the Music Room: Brandi Waller-Pace and Lorelei Batislaong 69. Seven Themes Toward MT Allyship: Bradley James Drozdowski, MT-BC 77. Competition vs. Camaraderie: Kim Best, MT-BC (part 1) 71. F...

This episode is part 2 of the Music Therapy Chronicles 2020 Year in Review. I hope you enjoy listening back to some clips from the past 12 months and feel inspired to take on 2021! Full length conversations featured in this episode: 45. Medical Music Therapy: Lorrie Kubicek, MT-BC 46. LGBTQ+ and Cultural Responsiveness: Annette Whitehead-Pleaux, MA, MT-BC 48. Telehealth: Allison Broaddrick, MT-BC (part 1) 52. Trauma and Nutrition: Julieann Hartley, MT-BC, NMT, NTP (part 2) 53. Authentic Human-...

This episode is part 1 of the Music Therapy Chronicles 2020 Year in Review. I hope you enjoy listening back to some clips from the past 12 months and feel inspired to take on 2021! Full length conversations featured in this episode: 33. You Have Something to Offer: John Moon, LPMT, MT-BC 35. Do the U-Turn: Fleur Hughes, MMT, MTA, MT-BC, NMT 40. Clinical Musicianship: Stephanie Leavell, MT-BC 42. Adaptive Lessons and Musical Goals: Bonnie Houpt, MT-BC 44. Vocal Health and the Therapeutic Singin...

In this episode, Lexie shares about her internship project, Music Therapy Illuminations. We discuss her ambitions with this project and how she plans to continue inspiring and informing other Music Therapists through her platform. Lexie Gutierrez completed her studies at Drury University and has just completed her internship at Giving Song, LLC in Columbia, MO! She has a passion for working with individuals with special needs and is very excited to embark on her new career very soon! Outside of...

In this episode, Shelly of Notes 2 Live By shares all about her sign language offerings and how they are impacting both clients and clinicians. She also tells us about how to optimize using Pinterest as a free advertising platform. Shelley Anderson is a Board Certified Music Therapist. She is a graduate of Radford University with a Bachelor in Music Therapy and a Minor in American Sign Language. Shelley enjoys enriching the lives of others through both music and signing. Shelley enjoys learning...

In this episode, Guido tells all about Brainarm Full Compositional Coaching. This episode includes original compositions, testimonials, and much more. Guido Mallardi is an Italian pianist, composer and researcher, winner of ‘On Piano Creativity’ Permanent International Contest and recognized for both his fine playing and compositions by such famous figures as Alexander Lonquich, Dickran Atamian, Héctor Ulises Passarella, Rodion Shchedrin, Frederic Rzewski, Piero Rattalino and Yoshiko Okada. His...

In this episode Brea tells about her model for the potential for harm from music. Brea, Daniel, and Tricia discuss their own clinical experiences with harm, and the implications of this model on the Music Therapy profession. Brea Murakami, MM, MT-BC is a board-certified music therapist and the Interim Director of the music therapy program at Pacific University. Her clinical experiences include dementia care, neurorehabilitation, medical settings, and behavioral health. She also hosts the transl...

In this episode, Kim builds on the themes from last week and shares her vision and dreams for the future. She shares authentically and hopes to improve the experiences of new professionals entering the Music Therapy field. Kim Best, MT-BC is a music therapist in Rochester, NY and is passionate about supporting other music therapists. She sees the value of coaching and supervision and recognizes the great need for this in the music therapy field. Kim is known for her authenticity which is the fo...

In this episode, Kim tells about her opposing experiences as a Music Therapist in different states. We also talk about what shaped these experiences and how we can make improvements for young professionals. Kim Best, MT-BC is a music therapist in Rochester, NY and is passionate about supporting other music therapists. She sees the value of coaching and supervision and recognizes the great need for this in the music therapy field. Kim is known for her authenticity which is the foundation of her ...

In this episode Mai and Tricia talk about using music as self care. Mai also tells about her new music in wellness course! Mai Abe, MT-BC, is a first-generation Japanese-American and the founder of Creative Vibes Music Therapy, which provides virtual and in-person music therapy sessions for people of all ages and abilities. Her passion for music started at a young age, which led to a dual degree in clarinet performance and psychology at the Eastman School of Music/University of Rochester. Her d...

In this episode, Marissa tells about her Sound Birthing training and why she became a Certified Labor Doula. We also discuss how she implements this practice and bridges being a Doula and a Music Therapist. “I have been helping children and families journey through life’s challenges for ten years. As a board certified music therapist in New Hampshire, I created The Sonatina Center with the dream of housing several creative art therapy modalities under one roof. I have a Master’s degree in Musi...

In this episode, Marissa tells about using music during pregnancy and navigating pregnancy as a Music Therapist. She also shares about creating and growing her multi-disciplinary creative arts practice, the Sonatina Center. “I have been helping children and families journey through life’s challenges for ten years. As a board certified music therapist in New Hampshire, I created The Sonatina Center with the dream of housing several creative art therapy modalities under one roof. I have a Master...

This episode highlights diverse creators in related professions. Our hope is to direct listeners toward alternative media during the time they would otherwise spend listening to the show. Hayley Francis Cann, BMT, MTA, NMT, MScAH Find Hayley online, on Instagram, and on Facebook. Content to check out from MTA Hayley: Mandy’s Mom, The Music Therapist Able Voice Podcast (co-host) Anti-Oppressive Practices Hear Hayley on Music Therapy Chronicles in episode 54. Accessible Advocacy Across Generat...

In this episode, Miya and Tricia discuss how to start a private practice and the importance of self discover in this process. Miya Adout founded Miya Music Therapy in 2015 based on her vision to improve patient quality of life in healthcare settings throughout the Greater Toronto Area. Miya is a graduate of Concordia University where she received a Master of Arts in Creative Arts Therapies (Music Therapy) after having completed a BA in Cultural Studies. Miya works with individuals of all ages a...

In this episode, Carolyn tells all about her personal journey of exploring world drumming and why it’s so important to bring percussion into our sessions. She also shares lots of great clinical tips and advice about how to study and incorporate drumming professionally as a Music Therapist. Carolyn Koebel, MM, HPCMT-BC has been passionate about percussion since childhood. Her studies, research and interests in indigenous percussion has taken her around the globe, studying traditional drum/dance/...

In this episode, Carolyn tells all about her personal journey of exploring world drumming and how one lesson lead to another. She also shares lots of great clinical tips and advice about how to study and incorporate drumming professionally as a Music Therapist. Carolyn Koebel, MM, HPCMT-BC has been passionate about percussion since childhood. Her studies, research and interests in indigenous percussion has taken her around the globe, studying traditional drum/dance/ceremony in Ghana, samba and ...

In this episode, Gideon shares about his passion for drumming and mindfulness. Gideon is a drummer and teacher who connects mindfulness and music using aspects of sports psychology and musical nostalgia. Gideon Waxman is a London based drummer, blogger and music educator. He holds a bachelor of music degree from the University of Westminster and is qualified to teach mindfulness based stress reduction programs. You can find more of his advice at Drum Helper, which is a free online resource dedi...

In this episode, Brad breaks down the seven themes and ideas he found from his Facebook post about fighting systematic racism in our field. We talk about how we can evolve and stay accountable as Music Therapists during this transformative time in world history. Brad is a full-time music therapist with Institute for Therapy through the Arts (ITA) in Chicago, IL. Brad completed coursework for his bachelors in Music Therapy from Eastern Michigan University (EMU) in 2016 before moving to Chicago t...

In this episode, Demeko and Tricia talk about the history of the various percussion instruments that we commonly use clinically, and the importance of being culturally informed to responsibly lead our sessions. This is a re-release of episode 4. Functional Percussion: Demeko Freeman, MMT, MT-BC (part 2). Demeko Freeman, LPC, MMT, MT-BC entered the field of music therapy with a backpack, a tent, and a Djembe. He was greeted with small chuckle when he questioned, “Why do I need anything else but ...

In this episode, Brandi and Lorelei tell all about how they founded Decolonizing the Music Room. We also dive into questions we should all be asking ourselves to evolve personally and professionally. Brandi Waller-Pace is the Founder and Executive Director of Decolonizing the Music Room. She taught elementary music for ten years in Fort Worth, Texas where she served as a mentor teacher, wrote lower elementary music curriculum, and was awarded the 2018 Bayard Friedman Chair for Teaching Excellen...

In this episode, Petra and Dana share all about imagine magazine, a multi-modal resource for Music Therapist’s working with early childhood populations. Petra Kern, Ph.D., MT-BC, MTA, DMtG is a board-certified music therapist in the USA, Canada, and Germany with over 25 years experiences in clinical practice, research, education, and organizational leadership. She is known for her innovative projects, cutting-edge thinking, and international work. As Editor-in-Chief of imagine, she brings toget...

In this episode, Madison shares all about her new Youtube interview series: The World Wide Web of Therapists! We also talk about how she’s preparing and growing her private practice during the pandemic. Madison Indyk, MT-BC is the owner of Garden State Music Therapy Services, as well as the creator of World Wide Web of Therapists. Madison graduated from Marywood University with a bachelor’s degree in music therapy. She went on to do her internship at Back Mountain Music Therapy in Kingston, PA....