Nordoff–Robbins music therapy

Nordoff–Robbins music therapy is a music therapy approach designed to support individuals having psychological, physical, or developmental disabilities.[1] The method was developed with the collaboration of American composer and pianist Paul Nordoff and British special education teacher Clive Robbins, beginning in 1958.[2][3] The approach was influenced by the philosophy of Rudolf Steiner and anthroposophy.[4] The approach is based on the premise that individuals may respond to music in ways that support communication, expression, and development.[2] Sessions typically involve active music-making: such as improvisation using instruments or voice tailored to the needs and abilities of the client. Training programs in Nordoff–Robbins music therapy are offered in several countries, including the United Kingdom, United States, Australia, Germany, New Zealand, and South Africa[5]

Nordoff-Robbins Center for Music Therapy

Founded by Clive Robbins and his wife Carol Robbins, the Nordoff–Robbins Center for Music Therapy at New York University, Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development, opened in 1989.[6] The center is affiliated with New York University's Graduate Music Therapy Program. It provides music therapy services to people with disabilities, including autism spectrum disorders, behavioral disorders, developmental delays, sensory impairments, and psychiatric disorders; offers advanced music therapy training; presents lectures to professional audiences; publishes musical and instructional materials; and disseminates information and resources. The Center also conducts and publishes research, and maintains an archive of recordings and documentation of Nordoff and Robbins' work (1959–1976). Ongoing research in clinical practice is focused on the role of music therapy in addressing the needs of clients with various disabilities, including autism spectrum disorder, stroke, and hearing impairment. It provides consultancy, and is a resource for music therapists, students, the media and the public, hosting over 150 visitors annually.[5][7][8]

Molloy College

The Nordoff–Robbins Training Program at Molloy College, established in 2010, is an approved Nordoff–Robbins program in the US. It is located at the Rebecca Center for Music Therapy at Molloy College, an outpatient center serving children and adults in the Long Island and metropolitan New York area.[9]

References

  1. ^ Nordoff, Paul; Robbins, Clive (2004). Therapy in Music for Handicapped Children. Barcelona Publishers. ISBN 978-1891278198.
  2. ^ a b Karkou, Vassliki (2006). Arts Therapies: A Research-based Map of the Field. Elsevier Health Sciences. pp. 132ff. ISBN 978-0443072567.
  3. ^ Adler, Constance (February 11, 1991). "See Me, Feel Me, Touch Me, Heal Me". New York.
  4. ^ Guerrero, Nina; Marcus, David; Turry, Alan (2014). "Nordoff–Robbins Music Therapy". In Wheeler, Barbara (ed.). Music therapy Handbook (2nd ed.). Phoenixville: Guilford. ISBN 9781462518036.
  5. ^ a b Simpson, Fraser (2009). The Nordoff-Robbins adventure : fifty years of creative music therapy. London.: James & James Publishers. ISBN 9781906507060.
  6. ^ "About the Center". Retrieved 7 June 2016.
  7. ^ "Nordoff-Robbins Center for Music Therapy". New York University. Retrieved 1 February 2015.
  8. ^ Simpson, Fraser (2007). Every note counts : the story of Nordoff-Robbins Music Therapy. London: James and James. ISBN 9781903942796.
  9. ^ "The Rebecca Center for Music Therapy at Molloy College". Retrieved 1 February 2015.
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