Music Therapy

There is nothing better than music as a means for the upliftment of the soul.
Inayat Khan (Indian Sufi master, 1882 - 1927)

Music is Good Medicine
We all realize instinctively that expressing ourselves musically affects us in a positive way. The QChord allows many who wouldn't otherwise be able to do so to experience this. This article looks at how the benefits of musical expression are applied in a professional setting. Here's an opportunity to get a glimpse into the life of a certified music therapist who uses the QChord as a tool in her work, and get an idea of what goes on in her therapy sessions.
QChord and Music Therapy, Dr. Arthur Harvey
Another professional view on the use of the QChord in Music Therapy.
QChord Therapy for a Child with Special Needs.
What the QChord means to a small boy with Opitz G/BBB syndrome.
Another Child with Special Needs
The QChord enables a child with Cerebral Palsy to enjoy making music with her family. View movie (21 MB).

American Music Therapy Association - Therapy for young children.
Remo Health Rhythms Program - The use of drumming as an effective means for promoting and maintaining health and well-being.
Music Works Wonders - What is music therapy?
Music Sweet Music - Non-profit organization. Provides Music Therapy sessions, and the special musical instruments used in Music Therapy, to children with illnesses or disabilities. An important tool is the QChord.
Making Music Magazine - Harmonicas for lung health.
MusicWorx - Music therapy intervention, patient care.
Galveston Shriner's Hospital - Burn patient care.
Musical Medicine - Descriptions of various therapeutic settings.
University Hospitals, Heather Hill - Alzheimer's patients.
Certification Board for Music Therapists - Pennsylvania, USA.
Oncology News - Cancer patient care.
Cancer Network - Cancer patient care.