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Shifting the Focus to Teachers: A New Approach for Music Therapists Working in Schools.
- Source :
- Music Therapy Perspectives; Spring2023, Vol. 41 Issue 1, p10-18, 9p
- Publication Year :
- 2023
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Abstract
- This paper presents a new approach for music therapists in schools wishing to support the work of teachers. This music therapy approach is underpinned by theoretical resources drawn from community music therapy and a critical inclusive approach to education. Illustrative examples of the first authors' music therapy practice as part of a teacher professional learning program, Music for Classroom Wellbeing, are offered. Two practice principles, "focus on the teacher" and "enable sharing," are presented to provide a framework for music therapists striving to support teachers. Following these principles may allow teachers to grow their musicality, teaching, and self-care practices. This paper concludes with implications of reframing the focus of music therapy practice with teachers for other music therapists working in the current performance-driven schooling system. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 07346875
- Volume :
- 41
- Issue :
- 1
- Database :
- Complementary Index
- Journal :
- Music Therapy Perspectives
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 163564895
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1093/mtp/miac020