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Do you believe in music?
Every Monday evening during the fall semester, you will find me teaching Psychology of Music at the University of Minnesota to music...

Kayla Shafer, MA, MT-BC
3 days ago2 min read


Creating Functional Playlists
With the abundance of music streaming apps like Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, etc. it’s no wonder that creating highly specific,...

Emily Dobson, MT-BC
Jul 73 min read


Fireworks Drumming Intervention
As the 4th of July approaches, the anticipation of fireworks fills the air and what better way to bring that excitement into your music...

Molly Vielhauer, MT-BC
Jun 302 min read


Music Therapy and Sensory Stimulation
As humans, we all have sensory needs that must be met in order to function, feel safe, and to maintain emotional and physical well-being....

McKenna Selissen, MT-BC
Jun 203 min read


Licensing Music Therapists in Minnesota: What's Happening Now?
Currently, 13 states across the United States require music therapists to maintain a professional license to practice, and Minnesota has...

Katie Kottemann, MT-BC
Jun 163 min read


Music for Mindfulness, From a Former Skeptic
My relationship with mindfulness has always been magnetic, because I’ve been repelled from it as much as the idea has drawn me in. The...

Joseph Neidorf, MT-BC
Jun 92 min read


Facilitate with Pride: 3 Music Therapy Interventions Utilizing Queer Music
Pride Month is here, and everyone at Keynote Music Therapy is excited to celebrate diverse voices this June! To get us into the mindset...

Lauren Schaff, MT-BC
Jun 25 min read


Why Music?
Music therapy may sometimes look like entertainment, but it is so much more. Although it is certainly true that engaging in music and...

David St Charles, MT-BC
May 266 min read


Mindful May with Music Therapy!
“Mom, where are my flip flops?” “When is my last concert?” “Be sure to leave work early!” “Don’t forget the school picnic,” “I have 5...

Michelle McConnell, MT-BC
May 193 min read


Celebrating AANHPI Heritage Month!
May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, and National Play your Ukulele Day was on May 2nd, but music...

Carolyn Beck, MT-BC
May 121 min read


On the Road Again: Self-Care Ideas for Music Therapists between Sessions
Many music therapists travel to their clients rather than holding sessions in a brick-and-mortar space; and the drive-time adds up! So...

Shannon Wenzel, MT-BC
May 53 min read


Hidden Gems to Support Improvisation
Prior to becoming a music therapist, I spent many years teaching piano lessons. As a new music therapist, I found myself returning to...

Kristi McNellis, MT-BC
Apr 282 min read


Vocal Care for Music Therapists
Many music therapists spend much of their day singing as they go from one session to another and are singing easily as many as 4-6 hours...

Jennifer Blair, MMT, MT-BC
Apr 214 min read


Celebrating Autism Awareness Month!
Music Therapy and ASD April 2 is World Autism Awareness Day! Music therapy can be a wonderful tool for people with Autism Spectrum...

Emily Dobson, MT-BC
Apr 82 min read


Trailblazing Women in Music Therapy
Happy Women’s History month! During these next few weeks, we want to take the opportunity to learn about some of the women who were...

Emily Dobson, MT-BC
Mar 121 min read


INTERVENTION IDEA: Conversation Hearts & Social Skills
Conversation hearts, cut from colorful construction paper Happy Valentine's Day! Today we celebrate love of all different kinds. Here is...

Emily Dobson, MT-BC
Feb 142 min read


"What are you going to be for Halloween?"
Looking for inspiration for your Halloween costume this year or a fun new intervention? Use this silly song by Matthew Gray Gubler -...

Emily Dobson, MT-BC
Nov 1, 20241 min read


A must-watch video this Indigenous Peoples' Day: "How Indigenous Music Impacts Modern Genres" by PBS Voices
For generations, music has been an integral part of indigenous culture, but as we learn in this video, it goes far beyond flutes and...

Emily Dobson, MT-BC
Oct 13, 20242 min read


Music and Milestones: Ideas for using music to promote infant growth and development
Did you know that music can benefit people of all ages, even infants? In fact, music can support infants’ developmental skills such as...

Lauren Schaff, MT-BC
Jul 28, 20244 min read


FREE Session Plan: Dance BINGO
Short on time? Want a meaningful intervention that promotes: Fine and gross motor skills Cognitive recall Positive social integration...

Carolyn Beck, MT-BC
Apr 16, 20241 min read
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