8) Music Medicine

Music Medicine

Synopsis: An internationally acclaimed music therapist presents scientific evidence and practical tools for harnessing the healing power of music.

Christine Stevens
August 1, 2012
Paperback Book / BK02546 / 6” x 9” /264 pages / ISBN: 978-1-60407-799-5 /
ISBN-10: 1-60407-799-9 / UPC: 600835-254687 /
US $ 16.95 / Music, Health & Healing / Rights: World

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About the Book

Why are we able to recognize melodies before we are born? Why does making music actually switch off the genes that signal stress? It is because music is part of who we are at the deepest level–and we don’t need any special talent or training to harness its power to enhance our lives. With Music Medicine, music therapist Christine Stevens presents an information-packed resource, filled with scientifically based practices for accessing and attuning to the natural healing properties of music. Drawing from a wealth of research and her own pioneering healing work in some of the most challenging places around the world, Stevens invites readers to discover:

  • Accessing the four elements of music–rhythm as medicine for the body, melody for the heart, harmony for the soul, and silence for the mind
  • Why making music accelerates our ability to heal and change
  • Healing playlists–each chapter features valuable download recommendations and links for selecting healing music
  • The drum massage, creating your power song, full-body listening, and other effective and enjoyable practices
“Music,” teaches Christine Stevens, “can do so much more than entertain us.” With Music Medicine, she provides a thoroughly researched, accessible, and practical guide for therapists, healing practitioners, musicians–and anyone interested in music for health and spiritual growth.

About the AuthorMusic Medicine

Christine Stevens, MSW, MT-BC, MA holds masters degrees in both social work and music therapy. She is author of Music Medicine, The Healing Drum Kit and The Art and Heart of Drum Circles. The founder of UpBeat Drum Circles, she has appeared on NBC, PBS, KTLA, and is a featured speaker in the DVD Discover the Gift. She has trained facilitators from more than twenty-five countries in the evidence-based REMO group drumming HealthRHYTHMS program. Christine has worked with many Fortune 500 companies, survivors of Katrina, students at Ground Zero and most recently, led the first drum circle training in a war-zone in northern Iraq. Website - www.ubdrumcircles.com