In this second and expanded edition, the authors examine the natural and vital role that music plays in everyone’s life, with discussions on the myriad effects of music on human beings, and the potentials of music for therapy and healing. Included are five ways to grow through music, with simple exercises for using one’s innate musical capacities to enhance creativity, communication, and self-confidence. The authors also offer a practical and supportive guide for adult beginners studying voice and other musical instruments. Music therapists and teachers will find this book most useful in creating music experiences for people of all ages, abilities, and needs. (1998, Paperback, 168 pages)
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| Preface To The Revised Edition
Introduction |
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| PART ONE: THE MUSIC WITHIN YOU
1. The Natural Role of Music in Your Life 2. Living Rhythms 3. Your Song in the World 4. The Harmony of Life 5. Music in Your Day |
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| PART TWO: FIVE WAYS TO GROW WITH MUSIC
6. Develop Your Creativity with Music 7. Discover Joy Through Music 8. Music for Greater Self-Esteem 9. Building Confidence with Music 10. Music for Closer Communication |
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| PART THREE: MAKING MUSIC: A GUIDE FOR THE ADULT BEGINNER
11. Playing an Instrument 12. Singing Your Heart Out |
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| PART FOUR: LISTENING TO MUSIC: A SPECTRUM OF SOUND
13. Listen to What You Hear 14. A Sound Body: Music and Physiology 15. A Flow of Feelings: Music and Emotion 16. Mind over Music: Sound Thinking 17. Sound and Spirit: Music for the Inner Self 18. Moving Music from the Background to the Foreground |
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| PART FIVE: A DEEPER LOOK AT YOURSELF THROUGH SOUND
19. Music Therapy |
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| A Final Note
Appendix Footnotes |
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