WHAT IS MUSIC THERAPY ?

 The aim of music therapy is to utilize music as the medium of communication, which enables the therapist to reach clients with special needs and encourage their developmental growth for emotional, physical, psychological, cognitive and social skills and well being (quality of life).

 Music Therapy

--is the planned and creative use of music to attain and maintain health and well being.
--may address physical, psychological, emotional, cognitive and social needs of individuals within a therapeutic relationship.  

(AMTA Inc 2009)

WHY DO WE USE MUSIC?

Music is an integral part of human society, so that it is easy to use music to reach someone and enhance communication, whereas other means may fail.