Cathy Knoll, MA, MT-BC
There are many different approaches to music therapy in early childhood, and each situation may call for different techniques, strategies, and interventions. However, in this podcast, the author introduces seven basic principles that apply any time two or more pre-school children gather in a group, whether for education, therapy, or play.
Resources:
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Hughes, J., Rice, B., DeBedout, J., & Hightower, L. (2002). Music therapy for learners in comprehensive public schools systems: Three district-wide models. In B. Wilson (Ed.), Models of music therapy interventions in school settings (pp. 319-368). Silver Spring, MD: American Music Therapy Association.
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Humpal, M., & Colwell, C. (Eds.). (2006). Early childhood and school age educational settings: Using music to maximize learning. Silver Spring, MD: American Music Therapy Association.
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Smith, D., & Hairston, M. (1999). Music therapy in school settings: Current practice. Journal of Music Therapy, 36(4), 274-292.
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Council for Exceptional Children at www.cec.sped.org
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Early Childhood.com at www.earlychildhood.com
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Early Childhood Today at http://teacher.scholastic.com/products/ect/
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U.S. Department of Education: Early Childhood at http://nces.ed.gov/ecls/
About the Author:
Cathy Knoll, MA, MT-BC, has provided music therapy services to groups and individuals of all ages, including early childhood, in schools, residential facilities, clinics, and private practice since 1974. Cathy writes and produces daily podcasts for FAQautism.com, writes and publishes professional on-line self-study courses for MusicWorksPublications.com, and coordinates the AMTA.Pro Symposium series. Contact: CathyKnoll@gmail.com
Suggested Citation:
Knoll, C. (Author). (2010, September 1). A beginner’s guide to circle time: Tips from a seasoned music therapist. Retrieved from www.imagine.musictherapy.biz