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This Creating a Therapeutic Soundscape: Ambient Improvisations and Planned Catharsis (CTE) lesson plan also includes:
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- Rhythmic Auditory Stimulation
- Therapeutic Singing and Melodic Intonation Therapy
- Creating a Therapeutic Soundscape - Questions for Students
- Drone Improvisation
- Drone in D
- Drum Circle
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How is music a form of therapy? Scholars explore the topic using the fourth and final instructional activity from the Changing One's Tune: A Music Therapy STEM series. Learners explore the relationship between music and the mind and describe the power of music as a positive tool for mental well-being. They also create and participate in a therapeutic and improvisational musical experience.
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Instructional Ideas
- Invite other students, classes, and faculty members to the musical experience
Classroom Considerations
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- Pupils should have a basic understanding of rhythm and harmony
- Recommends access to computers and music production software
Pros
- Fosters social and emotional learning
- Integrates music, science, and language arts
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- None