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It’s that time of year again! Holiday tunes are echoing through the air, starting earlier than ever, heralding the arrival of the festive season. The familiar melodies trigger a wave of memories, evoking a range of emotions for everyone. While some find joy and...

In today's highly visual world, it may be easy to overlook the profound impact that our auditory environment has on our well-being. Just as we are conscious of the food we consume, it's essential to be aware of our 'auditory diet' – the sounds and music we expose...

Stress is an ever-present challenge in our fast-paced world. Thankfully, music remains a sanctuary, offering solace and rejuvenation. But music offers even more than comfort; it provides a means to remain productive, creative, and forward-moving. This study suggests...

Located in the heart of Calgary, Alberta, our community-focused private practice, JB Music Therapy, seeks to embody the genuine value of collaboration. Our journey has gently underscored a simple truth: true potential flourishes in unity, not in isolation. The future...

Music is a complex and intricate blend of sound and silence.  Dr. Helen Lees the author of Silence in our Schools goes on to say that “A natural silence for people to tune into, to develop, to come towards, that is helpful for living and learning, developing and...

The World Congress of Music Therapy holds a prestigious status as an internationally acclaimed event, attracting professionals, researchers, educators, and enthusiasts from around the world. In 2023, this highly anticipated congress will be hosted in Canada, providing...

Harmonizing Generations: When All Ages Explore the Magic of Music Together Imagine sitting at a family or friend gathering, with many generations in attendance - from seven to eighty-seven. Imagine while you are sitting around a large table the host asks the simple...

As we blast a beloved rock classic at a party, press play on an energizing pop anthem in the car, or soothe our broken hearts to the strains of a sad ballad there is no denying the power of music to foster change. What you may not know is that the health benefits of...

Do you sometimes (or often) feel you need a boost at work? The music industry has proof that you should listen to music while you work. In a study commissioned by the UK licensing organizations PPL and PRS for Music, 77 percent of businesses surveyed found that...

A landmark survey from the 1980s showed that lack of social connectedness predicts vulnerability to disease and death, above more well-known risk factors such as smoking, blood pressure, and physical activity. Yet, 40 years later it seems that opportunities for social...