As a music therapist, my goal is to help others through music. However, there are times when music can be more harmful than beneficial. A group of researchers tackle the idea of creating a “Theoretical Model of Music-Induced Harm” in the latest issue of the Journal of Music Therapy. Why is this important? As therapists, we want to be helping rather than hurting our clients. It also helps demonstrate the need for training and licensure. It can also help us to teach peopl

I’m not normally a big fan of homemade instruments. They can be great for a craft project but often pose a choking hazard for younger children. In addition, children may internalize the sound of an instrument and think that it doesn’t sound good because they’re not playing it right. That being said, classroom rules and health guidelines currently prevent sharing of instruments among children. You may be choosing to school from home and have limited access to high quality