Class
Article
College
Caine College of the Arts
Department
Music Department
Faculty Mentor
Timothy Chenette
Presentation Type
Poster Presentation
Abstract
Music therapy is an evidence based form of arts therapy that utilizes music in order to achieve non musical goals. Music therapy is an accessible, personalized form of therapy that utilizes music making in the forms of improvisation, composition, reception, and performance. This often includes, but is not limited to, the use of guitar, piano, and singing.
While not the most common instrument used in music therapy settings, the harp has a reputation for bringing peace and comfort to listeners due to the timbre and resonance of the instrument. With its similarities to the harp, research on the monochord table is also included in this study, as it has been shown to be beneficial for music therapy clients.
This study is to give supporting evidence to show that the nature of the harp is uniquely suited to benefit the listeners emotionally and physiologically. This study is important for music therapists for the benefit of their clients.
Location
Logan, UT
Start Date
4-8-2025 10:30 AM
End Date
4-8-2025 11:20 AM
Included in
Benefit of Harp Music in a Music Therapy Setting
Logan, UT
Music therapy is an evidence based form of arts therapy that utilizes music in order to achieve non musical goals. Music therapy is an accessible, personalized form of therapy that utilizes music making in the forms of improvisation, composition, reception, and performance. This often includes, but is not limited to, the use of guitar, piano, and singing.
While not the most common instrument used in music therapy settings, the harp has a reputation for bringing peace and comfort to listeners due to the timbre and resonance of the instrument. With its similarities to the harp, research on the monochord table is also included in this study, as it has been shown to be beneficial for music therapy clients.
This study is to give supporting evidence to show that the nature of the harp is uniquely suited to benefit the listeners emotionally and physiologically. This study is important for music therapists for the benefit of their clients.