In this episode of the Voices of Music Therapy Podcast we sit down with the host, Brian Locascio. MT-BC as they discuss the tips, tricks, and most significant lessons they have learned from their first two years as a board certified music therapist to educate and validate the experiences of others in the field.
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Creative Therapy Umbrella Membership
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3 rules for better work-life balance | The Way We Work, a TED series
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4c_xYLwOx-g
11 Quotes That Get At The Heart of Music Therapy
https://www.incadence.org/post/11-quotes-that-get-at-the-heart-of-music-therapy
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In this Episode of Voice of Music Therapy we sit down with Professor Kara Caine, MT-BC, MME, to discuss her research regarding fathers and infant-directed singing. Learn all about how fathers have their own unique interactions with infants and how this may influence music therapy practice for all clinicians.
Colleen T. O'Neill, Laurel J. Trainor, Sandra E. Trehub; Infants' Responsiveness to Fathers' Singing. Music Perception 1 June 2001; 18 (4): 409–425. doi: https://doi.org/10.1525/mp.2001.18.4.409
“Paternal Postnatal Attachment Scale by John T Condon of Flinders University, 2015. Reused under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 AU License. File available from: https://doi.org/10.25957/5dc0f8641433a"
Baldwin Wallace University Link
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My Father’s Eyes – Eric Clapton
Father And Daughter – Paul Simon
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Edited by Brian Locascio, MT-BC
In this Episode of Voice of Music Therapy we sit down with Dr. Helen Shoemark MMEd, PhD to discuss her most recent publication in the Nordic Journal of Music Therapy regarding the lived experiences of creative arts managers in hospital systems during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Collective experiences in medical music therapy teams during COVID-19 - Article: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/08098131.2022.2040578?journalCode=rnjm20
Orchid Page: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5038-9374
Temple University Page: https://boyer.temple.edu/about/faculty-staff/helen-shoemark-tug29672
Email: helen.shoemark@temple.edu
Music Therapy in Neonatal Intensive Care: Influences of Culture
Book: https://barcelonapublishers.com/Music-Therapy-In-Neonatal-Intensive-Care
Episode Playlist:
The Long and Winding Road – The Beatles
Here Comes the Sun – The Beatles
The Air That I Breathe – The Hollies
Wiyathul– Gurrumul
Feels Like Home – Chantal Kreviazuk
I Loved You Once – Patrick Doyle: Hamlet Soundtrack
O Magnum Mysterium – Lauridsen
Nimrod- Elgar
Taking Care of Business – Bachman Turner Overdrive
Talk About It – JUNGLE
Paint the world (Feat. PackFM) – John Regan
Hercules Muses Medley – Michael Korte
Te Vaka – Lakalaka
Mere Tum – Neyhal ft. Karan Malhotra
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Edited by Brian Locascio, MT-BC
In this Episode of Voice of Music Therapy we sit down with Tricia Caiati, MT-BC to discuss creating a podcast, pursuing passions outside of our profession, and provide helpful tips on how to set yourself up for success.
Guest: Tricia Caiati, MT-BC
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Listen to Tricia's Episode with Brian Locascio Pt 1:
Listen to Tricia's Episode with Brian Locascio Pt 2:
Additional Podcasts:
Not Your Average Music Therapist
Able Voice Podcast - hailey and kim
Chris Millet Podcast
Instrumental Podcast
Clinical Bopulations
Music Therapy and Beyond Podcast
Music for Kiddos Podcast
Episode Playlist:
Sing Through My Voice - Beautiful Chorus
Put Down What You Are Carrying - Trevor Hall
Mind Money Balance Podcast ep. 83. Adding Kindness to Financial Goals
Creative Therapy Umbrella ep. 81. The relationship between creativity and therapists
Unlocking Us ep. with James Clear (part 1 and part 2)
Voices of MT ep. with Freddy Perkins
Have you heard of the musictherapypodcastcollective - get CMTE credits https://mtpodcastcollective.com/
Edited by Brian Locascio, MT-BC
On this episode of VOMT, we sit down with Cassidy Nooner to discuss the nuances of facilitating as a queer music therapist in a geriatric setting. We discuss the research behind LGBT+ representation in geriatrics and how to facilitate it in a professional and authentic manner.
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- Cassidy Nooner
- Article Referenced
- Additional LGBT+ Older Adult Articles
- Movie about Geriatric LGBT+ Folx
Created and Produced by Brian Locascio, MT-BC
Edited by Alec Henn
On this episode of VOMT, we sit down to reflect on one year as a board certified music therapist. Our host Brian, reflects on his biggest lessons learned in his first year in addition to featuring excerpts of wisdom from music therapists all across the United States.
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On this episode of VOMT, we speak with Dr. Kimberly Sena Moore about the importance of effective and concise communication. Whether in a therapeutic, professional, or educational context, we break down the common mistakes and ways that we can all improve to become better advocates for ourselves and others.
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On this episode of VOMT, we sit down with Sarah Biedka to discuss the relationships between music therapists and queer clients while analyzing the value in the perspective that we all bring, especially those from marginalyzed groups. From brief history lessons, to learning about the disabled music therapy collective, this episode is sure to apply to all audiences.
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On this episode of VOMT, we site down with April Hickey, MT-BC to learn about the power in queer music therapists starting their own private practices. We explore potential signs that a private practice may be right for you, how to begin your private practice, and where the music therapy community has room to grow regarding LGBTQIA2+ inclusivity.
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On this episode of VOMT, we sit down with Brian Locascio, the creator of Voices to gain a deeper understanding behind the show, it’s host, and the intricacies of hosting and producing a podcast while being a practicing music therapist.
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On this episode of VOMT, we sit down with music therapist Alex Peuser to discuss his journey through music therapy and into his most recent endeavors of getting his PsyD. We dive into the different graduate degrees and help determine which may be a potential fit for your interests.
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On this episode of VOMT, we sit down with Dr. Eugenia Hernandez Ruiz as she discusses her research in music therapy for parent coaching with those on the spectrum and her theoretical approach. Learn about various approaches and which one may be the right fit for you.
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On this episode of VOMT, we sit down with Dr. Blythe LaGasse to discuss her research and findings between attention, sensory gating, and music with individuals on the Autism Spectrum.
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Edited by Alec Henn
On this episode of VOMT, I sit down with Emily Nordhues MT-BC to discuss entering the workforce as a young professional and navigating being on your own. We dive into the feelings of imposter syndrome, what it looks like, and how to overcome this feeling that is so prevalent among new music therapists, educators, and beyond.
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Edited by Alec Henn
On this episode of VOMT, I sit down with Dr. Ted Ficken to discuss his new book, “Music of Hate, Music for Healing - Paired Stories from the Hate Music Industry and the Profession of Music Therapy." We discuss how hate music is utilized and dive into how it may cause harm, invoke violence, and hear about those who are targeted by this music.
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On this episode of VOMT, we sit down with Katie Fortino to discuss inclusive musical theatre and music therapy. Katie walks us through real life examples, her master's thesis in music therapy, and tells us the step by step process of how to integrate the two for a truly transformative experience.
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On this episode of Voices of Music Therapy, we get the pleasure of hearing from Dr. Bill Matney, Assistant Professor of Music Therapy at the University of Kansas. We dive into musicianship, how to more effectively use percussion in sessions, and cultural shifts in music therapy education.
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On this episode of Voice of Music Therapy, I sit down with Freddy Perkins to discuss discovering your identity while exploring the power of authenticity.
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Edited by Alec Henn
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