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Mar 30, 2012 07:39 PM
The second in a 2-part series of AMTA-Pro podcasts about music therapy in neonatal ICU. Experienced professionals discuss aspects of current practice, the breadth of issues encountered in NICU, the broadening scope of services, the growing research agenda, and the eminent explosion in demand for music therapy services in NICU settings around the country.
 
Mar 29, 2012 05:20 PM
This AMTA-Pro podcast, the first of a 2-part series, features a lively conversation between three experienced professionals talking about their work as music therapists in neonatal intensive care units (NICU).
 
Mar 22, 2012 01:26 AM
Music therapists talk about state-of-the-art of music therapy in this growing field. Lauren DiMaio, Russell Hilliard, and Natalie Wlodarczyk discuss exciting possibilities for expansion of music therapy in hospice and complex ethical dilemmas that arise in care for people of all ages dealing with a wide variety of end-of-life issues along with heartwarming stories about music as therapy, touching patients, families, and staff in meaningful ways as individuals approach the end of life.
 
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Mar 15, 2012 01:55 PM
AMTA's Immediate Past President, Ronna Kaplan, continues her column covering all things music therapy in the popular online journal "The Huffington Post." Click to go to the website and read her latest entry, "Music Therapy Intervention in Medical Settings."
 
Mar 15, 2012 01:34 PM
Music therapists Donna Polen, Julie Andring, & Laurie Farnan share compelling stories & insights based on decades of experience in music therapy for adults with intellectual & developmental disabilities. These experienced professionals discuss different models of service delivery as well as challenges that arise as services, funding, & living arrangements evolve for this population. They vividly illustrate the importance of music therapy of many with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
 
Mar 09, 2012 05:24 PM
Ben Folds continues to advocate for music therapy, will perform in Washington, D.C. April 16 as part of Americans for the Arts - Arts Advocacy Day 2012
 
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Mar 07, 2012 05:56 PM
What do twelve music therapists plus one program announcement offering funding for projects add up to? A lot of creativity and a diversity of music therapy activity! Puget Sound Area music therapists answered the September, 2011 Program Announcement with varied and creative projects that will enhance the quality of music therapy services in the region.
 
Feb 29, 2012 07:14 PM
Quoted in this recent Washington Times article, Dr. Connie Tomaino, executive director and co-founder of the Institute for Music and Neurologic Function and senior vice president for music therapy services at Beth Abraham Family Health Services in the Bronx, N.Y. says, "Music allows connections to remain. It allows people to be with each other in a way they couldn’t be if music weren’t present."
 
Feb 28, 2012 02:09 PM
The February 27th edition of the PBS Newshour broadcast included a story on music therapy. Music Therapy programs in Northern California and historical footage from AMTA were featured. Click to watch the video online.
 
Feb 23, 2012 07:16 PM
All are invited to submit proposals for sessions at AMTA's 2012 Conference: Changing Winds: Innovation in Music Therapy – St Charles, Illinois (just outside of Chicago). Read on for more details and how to follow conference news and updates.
 
Feb 17, 2012 09:28 PM
Make plans now for the 2012 AMTA Conference in October this year. Read on for more details.
 
Feb 14, 2012 01:35 PM
Nevada State Senator Takes Stand on Music Therapy Music therapist Judith Pinkerton and Nevada State Senator Moises Denis talk about the complex process and interesting journey they followed for obtaining state licensure for music therapists.
 
Feb 08, 2012 04:57 PM
Here's your chance to be included in the AMTA 2012 Conference Research Poster Session. Deadline for submissions is June 29, 2012.
 
Feb 07, 2012 04:49 PM
We are pleased to announce new appointments to the AMTA Board of Directors and AMTA Committees.
 
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Feb 07, 2012 02:58 PM
In January 2012, the American Music Therapy Association (AMTA) and Certification Board for Music Therapists (CBMT) successfully spread the word about music therapy advocacy and government relations through the social media airwaves. Read on to find out thoughts, ideas, and questions about what it means to be a music therapy advocate.
 
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