Cathy Knoll, M.A., MT-BC
New technology gives professionals a growing number of options for making music readily available to youngsters in music therapy. This video podcast makes a case for using acoustic instruments in music therapy, and illustrates a dozen strategies for making traditional instruments – piano, guitar, and drums – accessible to pre-schoolers.
Resources:
- Fox, D., & Marks, C. (1987). Go in and out the window: An illustrated songbook for young people. New York, NY: The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
- Greenspan, S.I., Wieder, S., & Simons, R. (1998). The Child with Special Needs: Encouraging Intellectual and Emotional Growth. Cambridge, MA: Da Capo Press.
- Knoll, C. , & Henry, D. (2012). Early childhood circle time. Stephenville, TX: Music Works Publications.
- Kronowitz, C. S. (2003). The out-of-sync child has fun. New York, NY: The Berkley Publishing Group.
- Zelinsky, P. (2002). Knick-knack paddywhack! A moving parts book. New York, NY: Dutton Children’s Books.
About the Author:
Cathy Knoll, MA, MT-BC, a music therapist since 1974, specializes in autism, early childhood, IDD, public school and clinical music therapy, and consultative services. She produces AMTA-Pro podcasts and professional e-courses for http://MusicWorksPublications.com, http://123forTeachers.com, and http://FAQautism.com. Contact: cathyknoll@gmail.com
Suggested Citation:
Knoll, C. (Author). (2012, September 1). Acoustic Instruments Accessible for Young Children. Retrieved from www.imagine.musictherapy.biz