7/14/2023 2 Comments Multiplication mashup song![]() We listed specific areas of learning and development and asked teachers what gains they saw in their students as a result of music therapy. This increase means that students are receiving more music based instruction, which of course enhances their learning and increases their chances of success in the academic environment. When we ask teachers about their increase of using music in the classroom from the start of the year to the end, they report an average increase of 21%. We like to consider that a pretty good success rate! We do this through direct instruction as well as written ideas or links to our Harmony Helps resource.ġ00% of teachers report that they have learned new techniques for incorporating music into their classrooms as a result of our services. One of our main goals when bringing music therapy to classrooms is to empower teachers with skills to incorporate music into learning throughout the week. ![]() Here is what students and teachers have to say. These needs range from challenges with communication, to social skills, academic development, and even environmental awareness for students who are Deaf and Blind. We’ve worked with a variety of charter & private schools, as well as state funded programs providing music therapy for students with special needs. ![]() Here is a sample of both from Utah Schools. Besides the data, some of the best evidence of the impact of music therapy in the special needs classroom comes from teacher and student reports.
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