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Music therapy

Everything you need to know about music therapy: how it works, who it's for and where you can find music therapists.

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Two women sit side by side on the ground outside. One is playing a guitar. They're both smiling.

What is music therapy?

What's covered: What music therapy is, how it works and who's eligible.

A collection of instruments used in music therapy, including a tambourine and maracas.

Top 7 instruments used in music therapy

What's covered: Learn about how these popular instruments are used in music therapy.

A young girl sits at a piano and plays a key.

Benefits of learning a musical instrument for children with disability

What's covered: Learn how a sensitive and creative teacher can help your child experience all the benefits of childhood music.

Andrew is on a walking track. He is wearing a large straw hat and a red flannelette shirt.

The mental health benefits of music therapy

What's covered: What does music therapy involve and what does music therapy mean for Hireup user Andrew.

Five sets of hands holding up different instruments. Guitar, cymbal, maracas, vinyl records and drum sticks.

Six ideas to help you do music therapy at home or on your next shift

What's covered: Learning instruments, recording music, relaxing to a record and expressing your feelings.