Cue the Magic: Sing a New Song Podcast Interview
- Marie Miller, MT-BC, NMT
- 6 days ago
- 2 min read
It was a delight to be interviewed by Music Therapist Angie Kopshy on her podcast Cue the Magic: Sing a New Song! Listen to (and view) the interview here!
About this interview (taken from Cue the Magic: Sing a New Song Interview details):
"In this conversation, Angie Kopshy interviews Marie Miller, a neurologic music therapist, about her journey into music therapy, the techniques she uses, and the impact of music on child development, particularly for children with disabilities. They discuss the importance of collaboration with other therapists, the use of singable books, and provide resources for parents looking to incorporate music therapy into their child's life.
Marie shares her insights on how music can be a powerful tool for connection, learning, and emotional regulation. Marie Miller shares her journey into music therapy, highlighting her experiences with children on the autism spectrum.
In this interview we talk about:
Using recorded songs to support transitions.
Music can facilitate communication and connection, especially for non-speaking children. - Parents can use music at home to build skills and create structure for their children.
Collaboration between music therapists and other specialists enhances the effectiveness of therapy.
Singable books are a valuable resource for fostering language skills and connection with children.
Visual aids in therapy help children comprehend and engage with the material.
Music therapy can be tailored to meet the individual needs of each child.
It takes time for children to adjust to new therapy settings and materials.
The brain's neuroplasticity allows for continuous development and learning throughout life.
Links:
Resource Packages (original songs with instructional videos, chords, lyrics, printable visuals)
Course: Increasing Accessibility (7 CMTEs for music therapists)
Course: Make it Multisensory! (5 CMTEs for music therapists)
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