MUSC 651
SPECIAL APPLICATIONS IN MUSIC THERAPY I

1. Catalog Entry

MUSC651. SPECIAL APPLICATIONS IN MUSIC THERAPY I
Three hours lecture (3).

Pre or Co-requisite: MUSC 641 or 642; MUSC 620

This course focuses primarily on two advanced applications of music in therapy. "Mind/Body and Music" will focus on the use of music in the various models of healing for mind and body. "Musical Elements and Inner Process" will focus on the building blocks of music and their effect on the inner life of the human being.

2. Detailed description of Content of Course

This course will cover topics relevant to the current trends in music therapy. This will include:

• Music in the Proces of Mind/Body Healing
• Musical Elements in Psychodynamic Process
• Musical Elements in Archetypal Process
• Musical Elements in Transpersonal Process

3. Detailed Description of Conduct of Course

An informal approach in which lecture and discussion will be employed. Research on the part of the student will be written and presented in the classroom.

4. Goals and Objectives of the Course

To integrate current trends in music therapy into the students clinical repertoire.

5. Assessment Measures

Grade assignments will include written papers, in class presentations and class preparation and participation.

6. Other Course Information
7. Approval and Subsequent Reviews

DATE ACTION REVIEWED BY
March 2001 Reviewed E. Fellin, Chairman