This short summer course will provide students with an introduction to music therapy.
This course will provide you with a general introduction to music therapy. It will detail how music as therapy has evolved and developed into what is practised today.
You will benefit from learning about what music therapy is and why music is such an effective therapeutic medium.
Over the two days the use of music therapy will be explored with theory and discussion. Students will also learn from audio and video case studies, as well as taking part in experiential improvisation and practical elements.
Students will finish this course with a greater understanding of music therapy, and an understanding of how music can impact on a range of client groups and change people’s lives for the better.
At the end of the two days, students can expect to gain:
-a greater understanding of music therapy
-an understanding of the background of specific music therapy theory influences
-knowledge of music therapy in different settings (through case study)
-practical experience of using music as an improvisational tool
Dates: 3 – 4 July 2019
Time: 10am – 5pm
Cost: £225
Ages: 18+
Location: Glasgow City
For further information, please contact lifelong@rcs.ac.uk or visit https://www.rcs.ac.uk/lifelong-learning/introduction-nordoff-robbins-music-therapy/
The deadline is Monday 01 July 2019 at 17:00.