MUS 170 - Music as Therapy KCC AA/DH,KCC AS/AH

Institution:

Kapiolani Community College

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Description:

3 hours lecture per week MUS 170 is an introductory class in understanding music as a therapeutic tool, both as an arts therapy profession, and as a process integrated into other health care fields. Students will explore the diverse applications and approaches to the therapeutic power of music, personally, professionally, clinically, scientifically, experientially and educationally. The course will include active music making, musical skill development, extensive media, and weekly readings. Upon successful completion of MUS 170, the student should be able to: Identify the nature of music therapy and its role in health care. Identify and describe the variety populations served by music therapy and other related music fields. 5 Describe and interpret the human responses to music. Describe the pathways of music between different parts of the brain and the human response to music. Identify and interpret the historical development of music and sound therapy. Define basic terminology used in music therapy and related creative arts therapy fields. Demonstrate basic musical skills (instrumentally and vocally) applicable for therapeutic purposes.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

kapiolani.hawaii.edu/page/home

Phone Number:

(808) 734-9000

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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