Music therapy

This is a growing discipline which uses music to help people of all ages and with varying needs.

Books on the subject are available in some public libraries and will appear in individual library catalogues. For details of your nearest public library go to the UK Public Libraries Page which lists libraries that have a web-enabled catalogue.

MusicSpace Trust undertakes therapy sessions, teaching and research.

Nordoff-Robbins Music Therapy Centre. This organization provides music therapy services, educational opportunities and carries out research. The site explains how music therapy works.

British Society for Music Therapy. Promotes the use and development of music therapy, provides information and arranges conferences, workshops and meetings.

Association of Professional Music Therapists. The professional body for qualified music therapists.