Events and Appointments
Looking to the Future: The Business Behind the Jammor
In partnership with The Music Therapy Ed, we are excited to announce our 2024 annual conference, “Looking to the Future: The Business Behind the Jammor!” Our conference this year will focus on reimbursement, advocacy, and the importance of evidence-based practice.
REGISTER AT: https://crowdcast.io/c/looking-to-the-future
EVENT PROGRAM: https://themusictherapyspot.box.com/s/s6ceevju54z8uae8pjvjlz8ttqd3snsi
ACCESS INFORMATION:
This conference will be conducted via Crowdcast and the recording will be access until 11/10/2024 for those who register in advance. Supplementary handouts will be disseminated in the chat and via email after the event. To improve equity within the field of music therapy, music therapy students/interns are welcome to attend this event free and affinity group pricing is available for all members of minoritized communities (CILPOC, AAPI, LGBTQAI+, Disabled Music Therapists, etc.).
Music Changes Everything: An Exploration of Pediatric Music Therapy
WHEN: September 14- September 15, 2024
Welcome to Music Changes Everything: An Exploration of Pediatric Medical Music Therapy! Thank you for joining us for this multi-site exploration of pediatric medical music therapy in numerous Sophie’s Place locations, brought by The Music Therapy Spot. In this FREE online two-day symposium, we welcome you to join sessions on the topics of:
Advocacy for music therapy programs
Legacy work in pediatric music therapy
A Q & A roundtable of pediatric music therapists
NICU music therapy
Pediatric palliative care
Running a hospital team
Music therapy improvisation in pediatric settings
And more!
Register at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/882807580237?aff=oddtdtcreator
View our silent auction auction and bid for items at: https://app.galabid.com/pediatric-mt
View the event program at: https://themusictherapyspot.box.com/s/9ptu5fk9aur8v7i2zyjyl128t0savw6e
Note. Certificates of attendance will be provided to attendees, as requested.
ACCESS INFORMATION:
This workshop will be conducted via Crowdcast and the recording will be accessible until 10/15/2024 for those who register in advance. Zoom captions will be enabled and any supplementary handouts will be disseminated in the Zoom chat and via email after the event. Please email admin@themusictherapyspot.onmicrosoft.com if you have any access needs you would like us to be aware of.
Cultivating and Caring for Your Musical Self
WHEN: June 22, 2024 @ 10:00AM-4:00PM Central
WHERE: via Zoom
REIGSTER AT: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/878550607517?aff=oddtdtcreator
LEARN MORE ABOUT THE EVENT AND OUR SPEAKERS AT: https://themusictherapyspot.box.com/s/n5dfz440snyml5pob83gpcu040woo7uz
Welcome to Cultivating and Caring for Your Musical Self, brought to you by The Music Therapy Spot and Joyful Noises LLC, and pre-approved by the Certification Board for Music Therapists (CBMT) for 5 Continuing Music Therapy Education (CMTE) credits!Cultivating and caring for our musical self is a lifelong process for music therapists. While many of us are drawn to the field because of our connections with music, we can lose touch with our own music as it becomes clinified during our education, clinical training, and professional practice. This CMTE opportunity will give music therapy students, interns, and professionals the opportunity to reflect upon their musical identity, as well as the role that appropriation and musical authenticity play in music and music therapy.
One way we can conceptualize and explore our musical self is by considering musical wellness as a unique domain of wellness in our modality which has an intrinsic impact on other aspects of their wellness and their clinical work. Using a model developed by presenter Beth Yoder, participants will learn how to define and assess their own musical wellness, and use that information to develop supportive musical wellbeing practices that meet their unique needs as music therapists.
Participants will then explore a variety of musical self-care practices, including both music therapy and therapeutic music, and ways to integrate these sustainably into their personal and professional practices.
When we become music therapists, we must never forget about our musical roots. By taking inspiration from well-known musicians, while addressing concepts such as musical intimacy, we can tap into our own musical resiliency. This can help us remain musically creative, both for ourselves and our clients.
CBMT LEARNING OBJECTIVES ADDRESSED:
Learning Objective #1: Participants will identify three reflection questions or resources for exploring the role of music in their personal and professional identities. (CBMT Domain V. A. 2., B. 12.)
Learning Objective #2: Participants will identify at least one musical self-care practice that they will incorporate into their lives. (CBMT Domain V. A. 1., B. 12.)
PRESENTERS:
Jennifer Hicks, MMT, MT-BC, E-RYT
Nathan Mensah, MA, MT-BC
Beth Allard Yoder, MA, MT-BC
ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS:
Affinity group pricing is available for all members of minoritized communities (BILPOC, AAPI, LGBTQAI+, Disabled Music Therapists, etc.) Use PROMO code "AFFINITY" at checkout for a 50% discount.
Music therapy students and interns are encouraged to attend the event at no cost. Use PROMO code "STUDENT" at checkout to attend this virtual event for free.
ACCESS INFORMATION:
This workshop will be conducted via Zoom and the recording will be accessible until 12/31/2024 for those who register in advance. Zoom captions will be enabled and supplementary handouts will be disseminated in the Zoom chat and via email after the event. A complete transcript and closed captions will also be available along with the recording after this event. Please email admin@themusictherapyspot.onmicrosoft.com if you have any access needs you would like us to be aware of."
CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY (ESTABLISHED BY JOYFUL NOISES LLC):
Participants may request a 100% refund within 30 days of purchase if they are not fully satisfied with the course content and quality.
Proof of course and evaluation completion must be provided in order to request and receive a refund.
No refunds are available after the Continuing Music Therapy Education (CMTE) credits or professional development certificates have been granted or after 30 days of purchase.
Refunds that are granted will be processed within 30 days of the request.
Please email Jennifer Hicks at jhicks@JoyfulNoisesLLC.com for more information.
STATEMENT OF RELATIONSHIP TO CBMT:
Cultivating and Caring for Your Musical Self is approved by the Certification Board for Music Therapists (CBMT) for 5 credits. Joyful Noises LLC (Provider Number P-228) maintains responsibility for program quality and adherence to CBMT policies and criteria. .
Hand in Hand: Best Practices to Support Older Adults (Brought by The Music Therapy Spot)
WHEN: April, 27, 2024 starting at 11:00AM Central
WHERE: Online via Zoom
Please join us for a day discussing best practice in music therapy and related professions when working with older adults. Admission for all is FREE!
You can view the symposium program here!
We will feature numerous speakers, both in and outside of the music therapy community to talk about their areas of expertise such as:
Theresa Allison, MD, M Music, PhD:
The Potential for Music to Support Well-Being in the Context of Nursing Homes
Alaine Reschke Hernandez, PhD, MT-BC:
Harmonizing Care: Theoretical Foundations and Practical Insights in Music Therapy for Persons with Dementia
Wendell Hanna, PhD:
The Myth of Aging: Reversing
Grant Howath, MT-BC:
Music Therapy in Hospice Care
Austin Robinson, MM, MT-BC, Doctoral Student:
The PD Boogie: How Music Helps with Parkinson Disease Symptoms?
Music Therapy Research: Updating What We Learned in School (Day 2 of 2)
WHEN: Saturday, January 13, 2024 @ 11:00AM-1:00PM Central
REGISTER AT: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/756620380927?aff=oddtdtcreator
This series will include information about music therapy research, including quantitative, qualitative, mixed methods, and other types of research. The content of each of the workshops is cumulative; therefore, we encourage everyone to attend both workshops, if possible.
Examples from music therapy research will be included. Participants will have an opportunity to apply basic research skills in planning research studies that they might do. Emphasis will be on actual questions that participants have and research that can be done by clinicians.
*Note: A certificate of attendance can be provided at the conclusion of the workshop, upon request.
SPEAKER:
Barbara L. Wheeler, PhD, MT-BC, holds the designation of Professor Emeritus from Montclair State University, where she taught from 1975-2000. She initiated the music therapy progrma at the University of Louisville in 2000, retiring in 2011. She has retired from most professional work but still presents and teaches in the U.S. and internationally. Barbara has been an active cinician throughout her career and worked with a variety of clientele. Barbara edited Music Therapy Handbook, three editions of Music Therapy Research, is coauthor of Clinical Training Guide for the Student Music Therapist, and is the author of numerous other articles and chapters. She is a past president of the American Music Therapy Association. Barbara received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the World Federation of Music Therapy and from the American Music Therapy Association.
Music Therapy Research: Updating What We Learned in School (Day 1 of 2)
WHEN: Saturday, January 6, 2024 @ 11:00AM-1:00PM Central
REGISTER AT: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/756613209477?aff=oddtdtcreator
This series will include information about music therapy research, including quantitative, qualitative, mixed methods, and other types of research. The content of each of the workshops is cumulative; therefore, we encourage everyone to attend both workshops, if possible.
Examples from music therapy research will be included. Participants will have an opportunity to apply basic research skills in planning research studies that they might do. Emphasis will be on actual questions that participants have and research that can be done by clinicians.
*Note: A certificate of attendance can be provided at the conclusion of the workshop, upon request.
SPEAKER:
Barbara L. Wheeler, PhD, MT-BC, holds the designation of Professor Emeritus from Montclair State University, where she taught from 1975-2000. She initiated the music therapy program at the University of Louisville in 2000, retiring in 2011. She has retired from most professional work but still presents and teaches in the U.S. and internationally. Barbara has been an active clinician throughout her career and worked with a variety of clientele. Barbara edited Music Therapy Handbook, three editions of Music Therapy Research, is coauthor of Clinical Training Guide for the Student Music Therapist, and is the author of numerous other articles and chapters. She is a past president of the American Music Therapy Association. Barbara received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the World Federation of Music Therapy and from the American Music Therapy Association.
Percussive Protocol for Wellness & Group Empowerment (in partnership with Remo, Inc.)
REGISTER FOR THE EVENT BY CLICKING HERE!
JOIN OUR DRAWING FOR A REMO HEALTHRYTHMS SCHOLARSHIP HERE ($2/TICKET) BY CLICKING HERE!
DESCRIPTION:
Join Arianna Monge, MT-BC or Remo, Inc. for an introduction to group drumming facilitation. Gain insight to the science and evidence behind the development of Remo’s HealthRHYTHMS Group Empowerment Drumming Protocol.
PRESENTER BIO:
Arianna Monge, she/her is a Mexican-Filipino-American Board-Certified Music Therapist, vocalist, drum circle facilitator, and the manager of Remo’s Health and Wellness division. Arianna directs Remo’s HealthRhythms Facilitator Training Program, sharing the science and evidence-based protocol of group empowerment drumming. Arianna earned her Bachelor’s of Science in Music Therapy from California State University, Northridge. She has experience providing music therapy and community wellness to people of all ages, from birth to end of life. Arianna has found her passion and purpose lies in awakening the rhythm and song within us all.
Next Stop: The Journey of Music Therapy
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In partnership with Joyful Noises LLC, we are excited for our second annual virtual music therapy conference! The purpose of the 2023 conference is to provide individuals in the music therapy community at all stages of their career opportunities to advance their education and clinical pedagogy. Session topics may include: preparing for job interviews, how to start a private practice, negotiating pay as a new professional, information about working with clients in various clinical settings, and more.
Register at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/612693220917?aff=oddtdtcreator
Browse our silent auction and bid on items at: https://app.galabid.com/2023conference/items
The silent auction will be open until 11:55PM CT on Sunday, October 1, 2023.
Thank you to our 2023 Conference Sponsors!
The University of Iowa
The Music Therapy Center of California
Music Village- Musical Instrument Store
D’Addarío
Remo
Internship Field Day: A Virtual Symposium
Join The Music Therapy Spot and The Peer Support Network for this one day, prep series for internship. Come learn everything you need to know about preparing for internship, from logistics, to navigating supervisory relationships, and thoughtful repertoire building! This free, packed, day of immersive workshops will provide you with the tools you need to enter into internship with confidence.
Get Your Groove On! Improvising in Various Musical Styles
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PRESENTER BIO:
Nathan Mensah, MA, MT-BC, is a Board-Certified Music Therapist at Yale New Haven Hospital where he serves patients and families on all of the Pediatric units. He also provides music therapy services through Hartford Healthcare for teens and adults with mental health and substance use disorders. He currently teaches at Southern Connecticut State University through the Music Therapy Program and at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College through the Music & Theatre Department. In his spare time, Nate enjoys singing in musicals and operas, directing choirs, playing in rock bands and orchestras, writing songs for musical projects, and playing video games!
WORKSHOP DESCRIPTION:
As we serve a wide variety of clients and patients in our field, learning to broaden our musicianship allows us to approach a higher level of musical proficiency ot help benefit those who we serve. In this workshop, we will learn how to “spice up” our improvisation by incorporating different genres and stylistic playing into our music-making. If you are finding improvisation to be too daunting and overwhelming, or if you’ve been stuck wondering how to find new ideas for your music-making, I hope you find this workshop useful!
Note. A certificate of completion can be supplied at attendees request after the workshop.
CMTE Logging Party w/The Peer Support Network
Stressed out about logging CMTE credits or unsure where to start? The Music Therapy Spot and the Peer Support Network has got your back! Join us Wednesday, March 29th from 6:30-7:30 CST for our CMTE Logging Party. We will walk you through the steps and log our CMTEs together in a chill, community led environment. Take the stress out of your CMTE logging experience at this free event.
The 1,2,3s of Vocal Health: Things Music Therapists Should Know
Join us Thursday, February 23rd at 6 pm CST as Derek Isetti, PhD, CCC-SLP covers vocal health for the professional voice user. Topics covered will include: typical vocal fold functioning, problems related to vocal overuse and misuse, types of voice disorders, how/when to seek care, and sample workplace accommodations. Registration for this event will close, February 12th at 11:59 CST.
Note. Attendees may request a certificate of completion at the end of the presentation.
Derek Isetti, PhD, CCC-SLP earned his bachelor of arts in drama with an emphasis in musical theater from University of California, Irvine in 1996. After traveling the country in four national tours and performing in the musical Cabaret on Broadway, Dr. Isetti earned his master of science in speech-language pathology from University of the Pacific. He later earned his doctor of philosophy in Speech and Hearing Sciences from University of Washington, studying voice disorders under the mentorship of Dr. Tanya Eadie. He joined the University of the Pacific Speech-Language Pathology Department in 2014 and now serves as Department Chair.
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Setting Up Your CBMT Study Plan Pt 2
Description:Preparing to study for the CBMT exam can be a stressful and overwhelming experience. Join Naomi Davis, LPMT MT-BC and Livia Umeda MT-BC, NMT for this 2 part event as they walk you through some tips for setting up a study plan that is accessible for you. Then collaborate with other CBMT hopefuls to create your individualized study plan. Register for the event below.
Register in advance for this event:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEpfuqqrTIsE9zjKlKpoVRUxYbWFaXJeOFf
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Setting Up Your CBMT Study Plan Pt 1
This fall we will be hosting our first online conference. In this season of change for the field of music therapy, we hope to ask the question and explore together, "What does the next horizon of the field of music therapy look like? How can we contribute to dismantling oppressive systems within the music therapy field? How can we shape a music therapy education process that values interdependence over independence?"
Join us on November 6th as we dive into these questions through research, scholarship, and presentations offered by students, interns, and professionals alike. You can register for this all-day event at our registration site.
The Next Horizon: An Online Music Therapy Conference
This fall we will be hosting our first online conference. In this season of change for the field of music therapy, we hope to ask the question and explore together, "What does the next horizon of the field of music therapy look like? How can we contribute to dismantling oppressive systems within the music therapy field? How can we shape a music therapy education process that values interdependence over independence?"
Join us on November 6th as we dive into these questions through research, scholarship, and presentations offered by students, interns, and professionals alike. You can register for this all-day event at our registration site.
Virtual Internship Fair
Description:
Looking for an internship? Trying to see what internships are out there? Sign up for our virtual internship fair today! You will have the chance to speak to and gather information from a multitude of National Roster and University Affiliated internship sites from across the USA from the convenience of your home. You can register for this free event at the registration link below.
Register in advance for this meeting: https://forms.gle/T1b2aXdvsBrySaAk6
Ongoing Appointments
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Book a free 1-hour appointment to practice your interview skills and get an idea of what an internship interview can look like
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Book a 1-hour appointment to workshop your resume or CV with one of our team members. Get tips on how to make your resume shine!