"Music therapy was like opening a door of communication for Reuben and meant people could go into his world and he could come out into theirs."
Gilly, Reuben's mum
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In Memoriam: Clive Robbins (1927-2011), A Founder of Music Therapy Method
NYU Steinhardt mourns the loss of Clive Robbins, research scientist and founding director of NYU's Nordoff-Robbins Center for Music Therapy. He died on December 7, 2011.
2012 Workshops
The Raukatauri Music Therapy Centre is once again offering a range of professional development workshops in 2012. Please see the attached flyer for details and enrolment form. Early enrolment is advised as spaces are limited.
About Music Therapy
What is it?
The ability to respond to sound and music is an inborn quality in all human beings. Pulse and rhythm are found in the heartbeat, in breathing and movement. Pitch and rhythm give the voice expressive and communicative qualities.
How is music used in therapy?
A music therapist is a skilled musician who has been trained to use music to reach out and help someone develop their potential, whatever their disability, difficulties or diagnosis.
Who can it help?
Music therapy can help children and young people with a wide range of special needs, including those needing support with physical, intellectual, behavioural, developmental, and emotional issues.
What are the goals?
Music therapy at RMTC is client-centred and goal oriented, with the key being the relationship and communication that develops between client and therapist.
