Voices of the Sea Music Therapy @ Florida

Official Conference Program Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront | Jacksonville, Florida

The 2013 Conference

Program Sponsored by: of the American Music Therapy Association page 2 Information subject to change . Welcome ...from the Conference Chair, Sandi Curtis, PhD, MTA, MT-BC elcome to the AMTA 2013 Conference – Voices of the Sea: Music WTherapy @ Florida. What a fabulous location for a spectacular conference! Take advantage of indoor and outdoor spaces for formal and informal opportunities for learning, networking, and musicking. There’s something for everyone. Share strength in numbers, in harmony, and in our common passion for music therapy. Take time to refresh in the beautiful Florida scenery. Grow and be inspired by our music therapy colleagues – first timers and experienced alike, each making unique and invaluable contributions. Thrill in sharing music and all things music therapy with 1,500 colleagues. We are the AMTA! ...from the AMTA President, Mary Ellen Wylie, PhD, MT-BC n behalf of the AMTA Board of Directors, it is my pleasure to Owelcome you to Jacksonville for the 2013 conference. Your music therapy colleagues have worked hard to bring you the best sessions, events, and entertainment possible. This year’s conference theme, Voices of the Sea: Music Therapy @ Florida, indicates we will celebrate music therapy not only in Florida but throughout the Southeast. I hope you have a wonderful conference. Table of Contents Welcome...... 3 Clinical Practice Forum Participants...... 71 Local Arrangements Committee...... 4 Internship Fair Participants...... 72 Conference Sponsors...... 5 Research Poster Session Participants...... 74 Opening Night...... 6 Meeting Schedule...... 80 Take-A-Chance...... 7 Conference Attendee Information...... 82 Special Guests and Events...... 8 Exhibit Hall...... 85 Lifetime Achievement Awards...... 12 Exhibitors...... 86 Pre-Conference Trainings & Institutes...... 14 Thank You from the Conference Chair...... 92 CMTE Courses...... 16 Hotel Map...... 98 CMTE Information...... 19 Conference-At-A-Glance...... 99 Conference Schedule...... 22 2014 Conference...... 100

Information subject to change page 3 From the Local Arrangements Committee elcome to the River City! Jacksonville boasts beautiful waterways, stunning sunsets and an oasis of Wopportunity for you to relax, renew and recharge. We hope that’s exactly what you do at this year’s national conference. The local committee has been working diligently to create that perfect jam room experience, promote music therapy within the community, gather together students and professionals to volunteer, provide you that perfectly tuned guitar, and connect you with the best local sights and bites. Most of all, we hope that you are able to share your individual sound so that we can create one strong voice for music therapy in Florida. Local Co-Chairs Student Volunteer Committee Michelle Erfurt, MT-BC Carolyn D. Dachinger, MM, MT-BC (co-chair) Minda Gordon, MM, MT-BC Jess Pearson Cloud, MMT, MT-BC (co-chair)

Hospitality Committee Michele Gregoire, PhD, MT-BC (co-chair) Becky Starr Miedling, CAP, LMHC, MT-BC (co-chair) Aileen Fernandez-Hammill, MT-BC, (co-chair) Katherine Goforth, MT-BC Instrument Committee Aaronetta Clausell Frison, MM, MT-BC (co-chair) Andrew Littlefield, MM, MT-BC (co-chair) Ashlee Nelson, MT-BC, (co-chair) Social Media Team Michelle Kennemer, MT-BC Rachel See, MA, MT-BC Amy Kalas, MM, MT-BC Kyle J. Fleming, MT-BC Michelle Erfurt, MT-BC Jam Room/Cabaret Committee Trent Barrick, MT-BC (co-chair) Erica Lyles, MT-BC (co-chair) Tracey Kinnunen, MT-BC Professional Volunteers Erin Todd, MT-BC (chair) PR Committee Elizabeth L. Stegemöller, PhD, MT-BC Michelle Strutzel, MM, MT-BC (co-chair) Gretchen Mitchell, MMT, MT-BC Sharon Graham, MM, MT-BC (co-chair) Amy Kalas, MM, MT-BC Patricia Chaviano, MT-BC

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Thank You!! to Our Conference Sponsors +) ($2000 Platinum Sponsors ...... Session Guitars Fender Music Foundation...... Participant. Bags Malmark Bellcraftsmen...... Conference Program Music Together, LLC...... Journal Website Technology Demonstrations Oxford University Press. Remo, Inc...... Bitcon...... Bitcon Lecture Lecture & Session & Drum Instruments Circle ...... Session+) Digital Pianos West Music Company. ($1000 Yamaha Music & Wellness Institute.Gold Sponsors

...... Funding...... Closing InstituteSession CARF International. Certification Board for Music Therapists...... Participant...... Decorations Bag Insert Healthcare Providers Service Organization...... Research (HPSO). Poster Session Larry Smith & Billy Silverman of Party Plan-It. +) Mid-Atlantic Region...... Participant of AMTA. ($500 Bag Insert Taylor and Francis. Silver Sponsors ...... VIP Breakfast ...... Session Instruments Cultural Center at Ponte Vedra Beach. Cunningham Creek...... Elementary School...... Participant Bag Insert Mayo Clinic...... Event Sponsor Raising Harmony...... Global Perspectives...... Event SponsorSession Shenandoah University...... Session+) Instruments Southeastern Region of AMTA. ($100 Timberlin Creek Elementary School. Bronze Sponsors

...... Internship Fair AMTAS...... Participant Bag Insert Music Therapy Book...... Participant Club. Bag Insert OnSong, LLC.

Information subject to change page 5 The Main Event: The Opening Session The Opening Session Begins Th u r s d a y , No v e m b e r 21, 2013 a t 7:00 p m

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irst, share some music with two of our special guest artists, percussionist Matt Giordano, Fand vocalist Dave Pittman. Read more about them on page 8. Then it’s time to honor our Lifetime Achievement Awardees. Catch a sneak preview of the winners on page 12. Special Performance by Robin Spielberg Adventures in Pianoland obin Spielberg has been an active artist advocate for RAMTA since 2001, serving in the position of “Celebrity Artist Spokesperson.” Over the years, she has met with dozens of music therapists in nursing care facilities, community centers, hospitals, universities and performing arts centers to help educate both professional medical personnel and the general public about the benefits of music therapy. Robin will perform a delightful program of enchanting pieces for solo piano from her vast repertoire of popular American melodies and original favorites. Known for her expressive style and tales from the bench, she will treat the conference audience to select excerpts from her brand new memoir, “Naked on the Bench: My Adventures in Pianoland,” during this performance. Robin will also be presenting a special “For Students Only” Session entitled: “Musical Intention: Conveying Emotion through Song” on Friday, November 22 at 2:00 pm in Ballroom Sections 4 & 5 on the second floor. Get it All in the Exhibit Hall! hen head to the Exhibit Hall on the 3rd floor to eat and greet, browse and buy, and Tbe “in it to win it” at the Take-A-Chance bidding!

page 6 Information subject to change Take-A-Chance with AMTA Support Music Therapy! Big! Bold! Brassy!

ake-A-Chance bidding offers Tparticipants the opportunity to purchase “Chances” to win one of our big ticket items that will be prominantly displayed during our Opening Session event on November 21, 2013! Join in the fun and maybe go home with something wonderful! Instructions: 1. Purchase tickets from AMTA’s registration desk, the local committee hospitality table or in the AMTA bookstore. Tickets are $1.00 each. All items will be on display near the exhibit hall on Thursday, November 21st. A full list of items will be in your registration bag. 2. Sign the back of the ticket and include a telephone number where you can be reached during the conference. Put it in the jar for the item that you want to “take a chance” on. If you buy 5 tickets you can put them all in one jar or in 5 different jars. 3. The drawing will be held Thursday, November 21, near the exhibit hall at 10:45 pm. 4. All items must be picked up at the AMTA conference registration desk no later than Saturday at 2:00 pm. 5. All proceeds will be used to support AMTA’s mission of public education and awareness of music therapy. Item winners are responsible for shipping all items home from the conference and for costs incurred unless specified otherwise. All ticket sales are final.

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Fr a n k Th o m p s o n demonstrates that success and fulfillment can be achieved by everyone. Matt’s inspirational message MTA is honored to have Frank of perseverance, determination and success has AThompson back as the touched national and international groups of all facilitator of our annual Friday ages. Matt will be featured at the Friday evening evening drum circle. As the drum circle and will join Dave Pittman and local founder of AZ Rhythm Connection co-chair Minda Gordon for a concurrent session and a Remo endorsee, Frank has on Sunday at 8:00 am. traveled the world working the Groove and sharing his vast business knowledge. Ca r o l Ha m p t o n Bi tc o n Le ct u r e Besides bringing everyone to drumming happiness, Frank will be presenting “The Art of Building Pr e s e nt e d b y An d i Fa r b m a n , EdD, Strategic Community Relationships via Music AMTA Ex e c u t i v e Di r e c t o r Therapy Outreach” on Saturday, November 23, 1:30 Fr i d a y , No v e m b e r 22, 9:15 – 10:15 a m to 3:30 pm. Sponsored by Remo, Inc. Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n s 4 & 5 – 2n d Fl o o r arol Hampton Bitcon was a pioneer, leader, Da v e Pi tt m a n Cand colleague in the music therapy community merican Idol contestant from for over 50 years. She served the profession ASeason 9, Dave shares the tirelessly, inspiring and influencing lives of countless story of how he lives with Tourette students, interns, professionals, clients, friends, syndrome, while he performs the and family members. Carol’s generous bequest music from his new album, “Crazy established an exciting lecture series for AMTA. The Brave.” Currently, he takes his inaugural Bitcon lecture was presented by Lifetime experience from Idol, his music, his Achievement honorees, Dr. Alan Solomon and Ken story, and his talent, throughout the Medema, on the occasion of the 60th Anniversary world. He speaks to thousands of students each of Music Therapy in 2010. The second Bitcon lecture year on the topic of anti-bullying. He impacts features our very own Executive Director, Dr. Andi children, teenagers, college students, and adults Farbman, on the occasion of her 25th anniversary by sharing the message that if they implement a serving the music therapy profession. “crazy brave” attitude AND believe in themselves, For nearly four decades, they can accomplish anything, cope with extreme Dr. Andi Farbman has worked challenges, and live out their dreams! Join Dave for in disability and arts advocacy, a closing session performance, Sunday, November legislative policy analysis, and 24, 11:45 am to 12:45 pm. non-profit management. Her career with the American Music Ma tt Gi o r d a n o Therapy Association (National Association for Music Therapy at the MTA is pleased to welcome our new friend, the time) began in 1988. Under her tenure as Executive Asuper talented percussionist and drum circle Director, AMTA has distinguished itself as a leading facilitator Matt Giordano to the music advocate for music therapy throughout the world. therapy community. Diagnosed with She was at the helm and intricately involved in: Tourette syndrome at a young age, • orchestrating the 1991 US Senate Hearing on Matt has a unique understanding “Music Therapy and Older Adults” of people with various abilities. Through his two passions—working • overseeing the unification of the two music with people and drumming—he therapy organizations

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• hosting the 1999 World Congress of Music AMTA Bu s i n e s s Me e t i n g Therapy Aw a r d s Ce r e m o n y , St a t e o f t h e As s o c a t i o n Pa n e l , • securing funding and managing the “Music a n d A Ce l e b r a t i o n o f Li f e Therapy & Medicine: Partnerships in Care” documentary, the “Music Therapy & Medicine—A Fr i d a y , No v e m b e r 22, 10:30 a m – 12:00 p m National Satellite Broadcast” (1999), and the Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n s 4 & 5 – 2n d Fl o o r NYC 9/11 Music Therapy Relief Project (2001- on’t miss this informative and important 2003) Dmeeting featuring the State of the Association • managing AMTA’s current library of publications Address presented in an innovative panel format, and resources the Member Recognition Awards Ceremony, and A Celebration of Life, honoring the lives of members • supervising the $400,000 Wilson Trust lost in the past year. Students are welcome & Initiative encouraged to attend. • administering the recent upgrade to the AMTA website and database Sp e c i a l Pl e n a r y Se s s i o n • securing an historic partnership with Oxford Tr e n d s a n d Pe r s p e c t i v e s o n Mu s i c Th e r a p y University Press to publish AMTA’s journals Se r v i c e s w i t h Mi l i t a r y Po p u l a t i o n s Dr. Farbman came to music therapy with Fr i d a y No v e m b e r , 22, 3:45 – 4:45 p m an established track record, having served as Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n s 4 & 5 – 2n d Fl o o r the Director of Congressional and Public Affairs for the National Council on Disability during the usic therapists continue a long tradition of introduction of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Mproviding music therapy services to military Her federal government service was complemented veterans, active duty service members, and their by a national and international academic record, families. This panel features an esteemed group of including chairing a graduate program at the speakers sharing their thoughts on a) the future George Washington University and teaching the of military medicine and b) improving access and first course in disability issues as part of a leisure removing barriers to music therapy services for studies curriculum at Leeds Metropolitan University service members and veterans. Panelists include in England. She served as consultant to the United music therapists and leaders from the Veterans States Architectural and Transportation Barriers Administration and Department of Defense: from Compliance Board, developing background for the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, creation of accessibility standards for recreation Commander Moira McGuire, NC, USPHS, Program and arts facilities. She has authored and edited Manager/Warrior Clinic and Director, Creative Arts numerous articles, publications, and multi-media Program and Major James Henry, MD, Director of productions. Integrated Health Services; and from the Veterans Dr. Farbman’s Bitcon lecture promises Affairs Office of Patient Centered Care and Cultural to combine humorous anecdotes with a candid, Transformation, Donna Faraone, MPA, CPHQ. provocative, and insightful view of the highpoints Commander McGuire commented, “Many of our and challenges of the past 25 years of music battle-injured service members are returning from therapy. She will reveal what has compelled her combat with multiple blast injuries, post-traumatic to remain Executive Director for 25 years, what stress, and traumatic brain injuries. These are is still on her “to do list,” and her perspective on lifelong conditions that require significant resilience what the future holds for the profession in a talk from the service member as well as family, friends, that will appeal to students and professionals alike. and those who support them. I believe the arts are Sponsored by West Music & Remo, Inc. a key component of achieving and maintaining that resilience.”

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Clinical Pr a ct i c e Fo r u m eventually expand to multiple oral paper sessions focused on specific topics. Fr i d a y , No v e m b e r 22, 2013, 4:45 – 6:00 p m The research poster session will also have Ri v e r Te r r a c e 1 – 3r d Fl o o r a slightly updated look in that posters will be njoy a lively, exciting, thought-provoking and grouped together by topic so attendees can find Einformative opportunity to interact with related posters more easily. Poster titles are presenters as they disseminate materials and included in the program in order of presentation as ideas to a large number of conference attendees. opposed to alphabetical. We are also hoping that The Clinical Practice Forum is a poster session individuals with similar research interests will have which focuses directly on the practice of music an opportunity to talk with one another without therapy and provides an opportunity to network leaving their poster unattended for an extended and learn. See page 71 for presentations. period of time. See page 74 for details. Sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Region of AMTA. In t e r n s h i p Fa i r Gl o b a l Pe r s p e ct i v e s Sa t u r d a y , No v e m b e r 23, 2013, 9:00 - 10:30 a m Ri v e r Te r r a c e 1 – 3r d Fl o o r Sa t u r d a y , No v e m b e r 23, 2013, 12:15 – 2:15 p m tudents, come find out about and meet with Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 3 – 2n d Fl o o r Sinternship site representatives. Ask questions, resented by the AMTA International Relations schedule interviews, and learn about clinical training PCommittee. The Global Perspectives Session opportunities available to you! Hosted by the AMTA showcases international music therapy activities, Internship Approval Committee, representatives will including events, conferences and service be on hand to answer questions. See page 72 for opportunities from around the world. Sponsored details. Sponsored by AMTAS. by the Southeastern Region of AMTA. Sp e c i a l Ta r g e t Po p u l a t i o n s Re s e a r c h Pr e s e n t a t i o n s Sp e c i a l Ta r g e t Po p s Ne t w o r k i n g

Re s e a r c h Po s t e r Se s s i o n : Fr i d a y , No v e m b e r 22, No o n – 1:45 p m Sa t u r d a y , No v e m b e r 23, 1:30 – 3:30 p m Ba l l r o o m Fo y e r – 2n d Fl o o r Ri v e r Te r r a c e 1 – 3r d Fl o o r Ea r l y Ch i l d h o o d in Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n s 4 & 5 – 2n d Re s e a r c h Po s t e r Or a l Pr e s e nt a t i o n s : Fl o o r Sa t u r d a y , No v e m b e r 23, 3:45 – 5:15 p m ome meet and share ideas with others in Ri v e r Te r r a c e 1 – 3r d Fl o o r . Cyour chosen area of clinical interest. All are he Research Committee is charged with invited to be a part of this popular networking Tproviding access to, and education about, the session hosted by the Special Target Populations current state of knowledge within music therapy Committee. Grab lunch from nearby cash food and related fields. We are also committed to sales and find the table assigned to your area. highlighting some of the exceptional and emerging researchers within music therapy. To that end, Co n f e r e n c e Ch o i r for the first time at National Conference we are Fr i d a y , No v e m b e r 22, 8:00 – 8:30 p m including oral paper presentations for highly rated Ba l l r o o m Fo y e r – 2n d Fl o o r research abstracts. We have 4 presenters who will give a 15 minute description of a specific research oin the Conference Choir for an upbeat and study and then there will be 5 minutes for questions Jsoulful experience of singing and rhythm. Be from the audience. This is a common format within part of the tradition that connects our lives and other conference presentations and we hope to work with song! Under the direction of Barbara

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Dunn, the choir is open to everyone. The choir will workshop, this event is an informal, music sharing have a rehearsal immediately following the opening opportunity directed by emcee Paul Nolan. No session on Thursday, November 21, Ballroom discussion of skills or clinical analysis needed, Section 1 – 2nd Floor. rather, music therapists will come together and play for one another, sharing what they wish about Ja m Ro o m s how their music relates to their experience as a music therapist. Th u r s d a y & Fr i d a y , No v e m b e r 21 & 22, 11:00 p m Da y t o n a a n d St. Jo h n s – 3r d Fl o o r Ch a n t Ci r c l e ump up the jam on Thursday and Friday nights Pin one of the jam rooms. Why turn in early when Sa t u r d a y , No v e m b e r 23, 8:00 – 9:15 p m you can rock out with friends and colleagues? Who Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 6 – 2n d Fl o o r knows, you may even form a perfect combo for a xperience the power of the voice with the Cabaret performance. EDaughters of Harriet! No prior singing or chanting experience is needed to participate. This Bl u e s Po w e r Ja m years’ chant facilitators include Barbara Dunn, Maureen Hearns, and Lisa Jackert, along with Fr i d a y & Sa t u r d a y , No v e m b e r 22 & 23, Lu n c h t i m e other invited guest facilitators. We aim to create Pl a z a Ro o m – Lo b b y Le v e l a musical space that invites an opportunity for chance to share, jam, listen or eat as singing with others and for vocal exploration as Ainstruments will be provided for a mid-day well. blues jam led by Pete Meyers, Paul Nolan and Bob Groene. All are welcome! Ca b a r e t

Dr u m Ci r c l e Sa t u r d a y , No v e m b e r 23, 9:30 p m – 12:30 a m Ba l l r o o m , Se c t i o n 8 - 2n d f l o o r Fr i d a y No v e m b e r 22, 8:30 – 10:00 p m he Cabaret Committee invites you to join in on Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n s 4 & 5 TSaturday for a fun evening of music therapy ontinue the rhythm and tradition of the talent. No need to hold back all that musical talent CConference Drum Circle. Each year, this for your clients. Unleash your inner performer (but signature event explodes with energy, fun and don’t get too carried away, performances will be excitement. Frank Thompson, of the AZ Rhythm limited to 5 minutes) and sign up on the designated Connection will be facilitating this year’s experience sheet at the AMTA registration desk. See you along with special guest artist Matt Giordano, there! percussionist and author of “A Family’s Quest for Rhythm,” Matt’s inspiring story and life Cl o s i n g Se s s i o n w i t h Da v e Pi tt m a n lessons he learned while growing up with Tourette syndrome. Bring your hands, your spirit and your Su n d a y , No v e m b e r 24 – 11:45 a m – 12:45 p m joy! Sponsored by Remo, Inc. Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n s 4 & 5 oin our special musical guest, Dave Pittman, at Mu s i c Th e r a p i s t Un-Pl u gg e d Jthe conference wrap-up. The American Music Therapy Association is proud to present our new Fr i d a y No v e m b e r 22, 9:30 p m – 12:00 a m friend and kindred spirit, and experience his amazing Pl a z a Ro o m - Lo b b y Le v e l blend of Soul, Country, and Pop. Sponsored by his session will provide an intimate forum for CARF-Aspire to Excellence. Tmusic sharing and listening. Not a lecture, nor

Information subject to change page 11 Lifetime Achievement Awards Marcia Earl Humpal William Davis

arcia has been immersed he music therapist’s in the profession of familiarity with the wacky M m u s i c t h e r a p y a n d T experiments of James the professional organization Corning or knowledge of Harriet for more than two decades. A. Seymore’s use of music and Although Marcia retired in imagery can be attributed to the 2009 after 24 years with scholarly work and dedication of the Cuyahoga County Board Dr. William Davis. His discoveries of Developmental Disabilities in in music therapy history have Cleveland, Ohio, she continues an helped establish a better chronology active role with a private practice of our field, allowing a greater and as supervisor of music therapy appreciation of our achievements. Dr. practicum students at Cleveland State Davis has authored numerous publications on music University. therapy history including the widely-used and acclaimed A fervent believer in continuing education, she Intro to Music Therapy text. Dr. Davis’ publications and has contributed to numerous conference institutes, presentations on historical topics and figures have made CMTEs, concurrent sessions, and has recently recorded him a recognized leader in the field. His enthusiasm and for AMTA’s e-course on music therapy and young children. contribution to the field of music therapy is not limited Marcia has presented on the international level and to historical discoveries, as he has also shown a long at conferences of related professions and has guest record of service. lectured at a variety of colleges and universities. Serving as the archivist for AMTA since 1998, A prolific author and editor, she has written and he spends his “spare” time sorting and cataloguing edited numerous books (such as “Early Childhood Music boxes and envelopes containing pieces of our history. Therapy” and “Autism Spectrum Disorders: Developing He shares this passion with the students at Colorado Potential in Young Children and Their Families” with Petra State University and graciously meets with any individual Kern and Effective Clinical Practice in Music Therapy: interested in music therapy history, giving them a tour of Early Childhood and School Age Educational Settings the archive facility and assisting in finding materials for with Cynthia Colwell), book chapters and articles for scholarly pursuits. Dr. Davis recently began a campaign a variety of publications, including but not limited to to digitally catalogue the entire archive in an effort to imagine, the AMTA Early Childhood Newsletter, Music make music therapy historical materials available online. Therapy Perspectives, and more. This not only shows his commitment to the field of music Reflecting her passion for early intervention and therapy, but also his forward thinking. early childhood education, Marcia co-founded the AMTA As a member of AMTA since 1974, Dr. Davis Early Childhood Network, and began the Early Childhood has held a variety of positions including President of Newsletter, which later blossomed into the online the Midwestern Region, an Assembly Delegate, and magazine, imagine, for which she serves on the editorial AMTA board member. His research-based service is also board. extensive, having served on the editorial board of the Marcia has gone above and beyond to ably Journal of Music Therapy, the review committee for the represent music therapy and AMTA for projects and Arthur Flagler Fultz Award, and the review committee for events including, Sesame Street, National Association the Sears Lecture. Dr. Davis has also mentored hundreds for Music Education and the US Department of Education. of students in his role as a faculty member at Colorado She is chair of the Strategic Priority on Music Therapy and State University. With over 30 years of service to the Autism Spectrum Disorders Work Group and a member of field, Dr. Davis has truly given back to his profession. His the Publications Task Force. She has held three positions contributions to preserving the history of music therapy as a memer of the AMTA Board of Directors. Marcia will be invaluable as we continue to reflect on the many personifies the very important qualities of humility, individuals and events that have supported growth in our diplomacy, genuineness, selflessness, generosity, and field. His commitment to the profession of music therapy creativity. She has contributed her organizational skills, makes him truly deserving of this, our association’s most intellect, and perseverance to every project with which prestigious award. she is involved. page 12 Information subject to change Information subject to change page 13 Pre-Conference Trainings & Institutes egister on site at the conference registration desk (located on the 3rd floor, outside the Orlando room) for Rthese educational opportunities. Pre-registration and additional fee required except where noted.

NICU Music Therapy

Tuesday, November 19, 2013 9:00 am - 6:00 pm FREE Institute Evidence-Based Medical Chair: Jayne M. Standley, PhD, MT-BC Music Therapy City Terrace 12 – 3rd Floor 8 CMTE Credits - AMTA Member Fee: $175 - Non-Member Fee: $410 Wednesday, November 20, 8:30 - 11:30 am Chair: Jayne M. Standley, PhD, MT-BC he National Institute for Infant and TChild Medical Music Therapy offers this River Terrace 3 – 3rd Floor specialized training for providing music 3 CMTE Credits - AMTA Member Fee: $0- therapy clinical services in Level III Neonatal Non-Member Fee: $365 Intensive Care Units (NICU) and allows persons completing the requirements to his session will feature a summary of receive a certificate stating the same and Tresearch bullet points documenting the to use the initials NICU-MT as a designation efficacy of medical music therapy, multiple of specialized training. This institute short research/clinical presentations with comprises one of three requirements for video examples of innovative music therapy this specialized training and will consist interventions and a panel of prominent of 8 CMTE hours of intensive classroom physicians who work closely with music training. This institute is available to therapists speaking to beneficial patient music therapy interns and Board Certified outcomes. A free, 3 CMTE credit Institute Music Therapists. The complete specialized available to current AMTA members training course may not be completed until Board Certification is documented. registered for the conference. Seats are limited. Register early to ensure a spot.

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Get It Funded: Turn Your Music Therapy Program Dreams into Reality

November 20, 12:30 - 6:30 pm, River Terrace 1 – 3rd Floor 6 CMTE Credits - AMTA Member Fee: $130 - Non-Member Fee: $365 Co-Chairs: Kymla J. Eubanks, MM, MT-BC; Judy Simpson, MT-BC articipants will be provided with an overview of various types of funding opportunities for music therapy Pprogramming. The presenters will guide attendees through a step-by-step protocol of transforming their personal music therapy program idea into a grant proposal outline. The presenters will discuss strategies for developing and sustaining community partnerships. Participants will leave the CMTE with their own outline for a music therapy program grant as well as related materials for use in developing future grants. Sponsored by HPSO.

Music Medical Therapy for the Music Therapy for Aging Population: Evidence-based Infants & Children Practice & Considerations November 20, 12:30 - 6:30 pm River Terrace 3 – 3rd Floor November 20, 12:30 - 6:30 pm River Terrace 2 – 3rd Floor 6 CMTE CreditsNon-Member - AMTA MemberFee: $365 Fee: $130 - 6 CMTE CreditsNon-Member - AMTA Fee: Member $365 Fee: $130 - Chair: Jayne M. Standley, PhD, MT-BC his session will feature prominent clinicians Co-Chairs: Andrea M. Cevasco, PhD, MT-BC; and researchers who specialize in medical Amy Goyer, AARP Multigenerational & T Caregiving expert music therapy for infants and children. It will include presentations on NICU MT research and s baby boomers continue to age, it is probable innovations, music therapy for soothing infants that the number of music therapists serving A with Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome, music therapy the older adult population will continue to grow. for burn treatment and other serious illnesses, This institute will provide music therapists with pediatric and pediatric intensive care music therapy, evidence-based practice considerations for working use of music therapy in the Emergency Room with with older adults on a continuum, from those who children, outpatient pediatric rehabilitation and are healthy and living independently to those who early intervention, music therapy in physician offices, have various physical and cognitive needs. Specialty clinics, and/or day-care for medically fragile children. topics include research and clinical applications Review counseling methods for stressed parents for Parkinson disease and dementia as well as and teens with serious illnesses will be included. intergenerational music therapy practice for Program development and reimbursement issues wellness and lifelong learning. for medical music therapy services.

Information subject to change page 15 Continuing Music Therapy Education Courses here’s still time to sign up for many of these courses on-site. Inquire at the conference registration desk. For Tabstracts and additional information for each course, please see the conference schedule at the appropriate date and time. Pre-registration and additional fee required for all CMTE courses except where noted.

Th u r s d a y , No v e m b e r 21 CMTE I - A Psychodynamic Music Therapy Master 7:30 am – 12:30 pm Class: Understanding Transference, Countertransference and Beyond CMTE A - You can Uke Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 6 – 2n d Fl o o r Ri v e r Te r r a c e 2 – 3r d Fl o o r Presenter: Connie Isenberg, PhD, MTA, MT-BC Presenter: Karen Jasko, MS, LPC, MT-BC CMTE J - Rockin’ the Electric Guitar: How to use the CMTE B - Early Childhood Developmental Music Electric Guitar in Music Therapy Sessions Therapy: Assessing, Implementing, and Evaluating Skill Pl a z a Ro o m - Lo b b y Le v e l Achievement through the Bright Start Curriculum Presenter: Peter Meyer, MA, MT-BC Cl e a r w a t e r – 3r d Fl o o r Presenters: Darcy Walworth, PhD, MT-BC; Judy Engel, MM, CMTE K - Filling Your Toolbox: NMT Strategies for MT-BC Speech-Language, Cognition and Motor Skills St. Jo h n s – 3r d Fl o o r CMTE C - What Happens in Cyberspace, Stays in Presenters: Julie Guy, MM, MT-BC; Angela Neve, MT-BC Cyberspace: Ethical Issues in Technology CMTE L - Stuffing the Songwriter’s Pocket: Expanded Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 1 – 2n d Fl o o r Presenter: Debbie Bates, MMT, MT-BC Songwriting Techniques and Guitar Skills for Clinicians Ri v e r Te r r a c e 1 – 3r d Fl o o r CMTE D - Bio-guided Music Therapy: Utilizing Real-Time Presenter: Robert G. H. Miller, MS, MT-BC Physiological Data to Inform Music Therapy Intervention h u r s d a y o v e m b e r Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 2 – 2n d Fl o o r T , N 21 Presenter: Eric B. Miller, PhD, MT-BC 1:30 pm – 6:30 pm CMTE E - Clinical Applications of Digital Storytelling: CMTE M - CANCELLED Theme and Variations Concurrent session “Improvisation is Not Just about Jazz: Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 3 – 2n d Fl o o r Using Expressive Arts in Music Therapy” will be offered Presenter: Heather J. Wagner, MMT, MT-BC Saturday, November 23, 1:30 – 3:30 pm. CMTE F - Start Out Successful! 5 Must-Have CMTE N - Music Therapy Incubator: Snapshots of Ingredients to Turbo-Charge your Career Entrepreneurial Music Therapy Program Models Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 7 – 2n d Fl o o r Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 8 – 2n d Fl o o r Presenter: Tim Ringgold, MT-BC Presenters: Cathy Knoll, MA, MT-BC; Helen Dolas, MS, MT-BC; Barbara Reuer, PhD, MT-BC CMTE G - Critical Nuances of Music Therapy Implementation: Musical Techniques of Engagement CMTE O - This is Country Music (for our Clients) St. Jo h n s – 3r d Fl o o r Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 8 – 2n d Fl o o r Presenter: Susan C. Gardstrom, PhD, MT-BC; James Hiller, Presenters: Cowboy Bob & the Rangers: Robert Groene, PhD, PhD, MT-BC; Larisa McHugh, MA, MT-BC MT-BC; Sharla Whitsitt, MME, MT-BC; Susan Tilbury; Matthew Lloyd; Maggie Rogers, MT-BC CMTE H - Balinese Gamelan: Performance Practice and Therapeutic Applications Da y t o n a – 3r d Fl o o r Presenter: Michael Rohrbacher, PhD, MT-BC

page 16 Information subject to change Continuing Music Therapy Education Courses CMTE P - The A Capella Voice: Developing, Expanding CMTE Y - Do It Yourself: Simple Audio Recording and and Exploring Voice as Your Primary Therapeutic Tool Production using Garage Band Cl e a r w a t e r – 3r d Fl o o r Ho s p i t a l i t y Su i t e 4104 -4t h Fl o o r Presenter: Elizabeth K. Schwartz, MA, LCAT, MT-BC Presenter: Lisa Kynvi, MA, LMHC, MT-BC CMTE Q - Voices in Music Therapy: Creative Trends in CMTE Z - Understanding and Supporting Caregivers Qualitative Research across the Age Span Ci t y Te r r a c e 12 – 3r d Fl o o r Ci t y Te r r a c e 6 – 3r d Fl o o r Presenter: Laura E. Beer, PhD, ACMT Presenter: Amy Goyer, AARP’s caregiver expert and former music therapist CMTE R - Clinical Applications of Rap in Music Therapy Pl a z a Ro o m – Lo b b y Le v e l CMTE AA - Professional and Ethical Boundaries in Presenters: Nir Sadovnik, MA, LCAT, MT-BC; Alan Thompson, Music Therapy MA, LCAT, MT-BC Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 2 – 2n d Fl o o r Presenters: AMTA Ethics Board: Betsey King, PhD, LCAT, CMTE S - Beyond Activities: Relationally-Based Music MT-BC; Gretchen Patti, MS, LCAT, MT-BC; Jan Therapy for Adults with Severe Disabilities/Autism Schreibman, MM, CCLS, MT-BC; Carol Shultis, PhD, LPC, Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 6 – 2n d Fl o o r MT-BC; Jennifer Sokira, MMT, LCAT, MT-BC; Elizabeth Presenters: Roia Rafieyan, MA, MT-BC; Janice Dvorkin, PsyD, York, PhD, MT-BC MT-BC CMTE BB - Supervising the National Roster Music CMTE T - Music Therapy for Survivors of War: Therapy Intern Blending Performance and Therapy for Healing Ri v e r Te r r a c e 3 – 3r d Fl o o r Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 7 – 2n d Fl o o r Presenters: AMTA Internship Approval Committee: Mary Jane Presenters: Karen Wacks, MEd, LMHC, MT-BC; Samite Landaker, MME, MT-BC; Eve Montague, MSM, MT-BC; Mulondo, Music Spiritualist and Performer Matt Phillips, LICSW, MT-BC; Lauren DiMaio, MMT, MT- CMTE U - Songwriting: Tips and Tools for Effectively BC; Gina Hacker, MT-BC; Kay Luedtke-Smith, MT-BC; Amy Smith, CCLS, MT-BC; Andrea Scheve, MM, MT- BC Using Original Composition within Group Therapy (This course is free for current AMTA members Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 1 – 2n d Fl o o r Presenters: Lindsey A. Holmes, MT-BC; Katy Capestrani, registered for the conference.) MT-BC Th u r s d a y , No v e m b e r 21 CMTE V - Applications of Evidence Based Data on 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm Music and the Brain in Autism Ri v e r Te r r a c e 1 – 3r d Fl o o r CMTE CC - Using the Music Therapy Clinical Presenters: Dale B. Taylor, PhD, MT-BC; Elizabeth L. Self-Assessment Guide (3 credit course) Stegemöller, PhD, MT-BC Ci t y Te r r a c e 11 – 3r d Fl o o r Presenters: AMTA Professional Advocacy Committee: Emily CMTE W - Music Therapy Evidenced Based Practice: Bevelaqua, MT-BC; Leslie Henry, WMTR, MT-BC; Julie Issues with Loss and Grief in Hospice Long, MA, MT-BC; Leah Oswanski, MA, MT-BC; Kelley Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 3 – 2n d Fl o o r Pujol, MEd, MM, MT-BC; Terri Smith-Morse, MT-BC; Cheryl Presenter: Joey Walker, MA, MT-BC Stephenson, MM, MT-BC (Pre-registration required. This 3 credit course is free CMTE X - Private Practice: Blending Mindfulness-Based for AMTA members registered for the conference.) Cognitive Therapy with Music Therapy Da y t o n a – 3r d Fl o o r Presenter: Barbara Dunn, PhD, LICSW, MT-BC

Information subject to change page 17 page 18 Information subject to change Continuing Music Therapy Education Information Conference Attendance – 5 CMTEs articipants can earn 5 CMTE credits for attending this conference with a maximum of 15 CMTE credits per P5 year cycle. CBMT Approved Workshops wenty-Eight intensive workshops, four Pre-Conference Institutes and one Special Training are being offered Tthis year. Registrants will receive a certificate indicating completion of each learning experience. Umbrella Groupings mbrella groupings are “a group of related workshops, courses, and programs, each fewer than three contact Uhours, which can be incorporated under a theme or unifying topic relating to the CBMT Scope of Practice and results in a total of at least three contact hours in duration” (CBMT Recertification Manual). Required documentation for Umbrella Groupings: 1. Activity Title 2. Sponsor (AMTA in this instance) 3. Name of Instructor(s) 4. A written summary of the learning experience and its application to music therapy practice and the CBMT Scope of Practice (approximately 250 words) 5. A copy of the conference brochure for the activity 6. Proof of attendance, signature of presenter or presider 7. Number of contact hours in each session 8. Umbrella groupings must list the unifying topic, session titles, date(s) and instructor(s) for each session Short Event Activities ny session at this conference which is fewer than three contact hours of learning activity may qualify. In A this category, up to 25 CMTE credits per 5-year recertification cycle will be allowed by CBMT. It is up to the individuals to monitor their limit. These are not pre-approved activities and AMTA is not responsible for participants’ choice of short event activities. Required documentation for Short Events includes signature of the session presenter or presider in the conference program to verify proof of attendance, length of the session, session title, date, and presenter’s name.

If you have any questions regarding the AMTA continuing education activities at this conference, please contact the AMTA Continuing Education Committee Co-Chairs, Lisa Swanson or Vicki Vega. If you have questions regarding the recertification process or accumulation of CMTE credits, please contact the Certification Board for Music Therapists at 1-800-765-CBMT. CBMT is ultimately the authority on CMTE requirements for recertification.

You are responsible for gathering documentation of your continuing education credits, so remember to pick up your CMTE certificate after each CMTE and your conference attendance certificate at the close of the conference.

Reference herein to any specific commercial firm, commercial product, process, or service by trade name, trademark, service mark, manufacturer, or otherwise does not constitute or imply endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by AMTA. Institutes and CMTE courses are approved by the Certification Board for Music Therapists for the specified number of Continuing Music Therapy Education (CMTE) credits. Credits awarded by CBMT are accepted by the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC). AMTA (#P-051) maintains responsibility for program quality and adherence to CBMT policies and criteria. NICU Training is maintained by Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare - Florida State University National Institute for Infant and Child Medical Music Therapy #P-068).

Visit conference registration located on the 3rd Floor by the Orlando room to register for CMTEs on site.

Information subject to change page 19 page 20 Information subject to change Information subject to change page 21 Conference Schedule Tu e s d a y , No v e m b e r 19 Association Internship Approval Ci t y Te r r a c e 11 – 3r d Fl o o r 9:00 am – 6:00 pm 8:30 – 11:30 am NICU Music Therapy Training Ci t y Te r r a c e 12 – 3r d Fl o o r FREE Institute: Evidence-based Medical Music Therapy Presenters: Jayne M. Standley, PhD, MT-BC; Andrea Cevasco, Ri v e r Te r r a c e 3 – 3r d Fl o o r PhD, MT-BC; Judy Nguyen Engel, MM, MT-BC; Lori Chair: Jayne M. Standley, PhD, MT-BC Gooding, PhD, MT-BC; Ellyn Hamm, MM, MT-BC; Miriam Pre-registration required. This session will feature Hillmer, MME, MT-BC; Jessy Rushing, MM, MT-BC; Darcy a summary of research bullet points documenting Walworth, PhD, MT-BC; Natalie Wlodarczyk, PhD, MT-BC; the efficacy of medical music therapy, multiple short Olivia Swedberg Yinger, PhD, MT-BC research/clinical presentations with video examples The National Institute for Infant and Child Medical of innovative music therapy interventions and a panel Music Therapy offers specialized training for providing of prominent physicians who work closely with music music therapy clinical services in Level III Neonatal therapists speaking to beneficial patient outcomes. Intensive Care Units (NICU) and allows persons This free, 3 CMTE credit Institute is available to completing the requirements to receive a certificate current AMTA members registered for the conference. stating the same and to use the initials NICU- Seats are limited. Register early to ensure a spot. MT as a designation of specialized training. This Non-Member Fee: $365 institute comprises one of three requirements for 12:30 – 6:30 pm this specialized training and will consist of 8 CMTE hours of intensive classroom training. This institute is Institute: Get It Funded: Turn Your Music Therapy available to music therapy interns and Board Certified Music Therapists. The complete specialized training Program Dreams into Reality Ri v e r Te r r a c e 1 – 3r d Fl o o r course may not be completed until Board Certification is documented. Co-Chairs: Kymla J. Eubanks, MM, MT-BC; Judy Simpson, MT-BC 4:00 – 9:00 pm Participants will be provided with an overview of various types of funding opportunities for music therapy AMTA Board of Directors programming. The presenters will guide attendees Ho s p i t a l i t y Su i t e 4106 – 4t h Fl o o r through a step-by step protocol of transforming their personal music therapy program idea into a 7:00 – 9:00 pm grant proposal outline. The presenters will discuss strategies for developing and sustaining community Registration Open partnerships. Participants will leave the CMTE with Or l a n d o Fo y e r – 3r d Fl o o r their own outline for a music therapy program grant as well as related materials for use in developing future We d n e s d a y , No v e m b e r 20 grants. Sponsored by HPSO. 7:00 – 11:30 am Institute: Medical Music Therapy for Infants & Children Ri v e r Te r r a c e 3 – 3r d Fl o o r Registration Open Chair: Jayne M. Standley, PhD, MT-BC Or l a n d o Fo y e r – 3r d Fl o o r This session will feature prominent clinicians and 8:00 am – 3:00 pm researchers who specialize in medical music therapy for infants and children. It will include presentations on AMTA Board of Directors NICU MT research and innovations, music therapy for Ho s p i t a l i t y Su i t e 4106 – 4t h Fl o o r soothing infants with Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome, music therapy for burn treatment and other serious 8:00 am – 6:00 pm illnesses, pediatric and pediatric intensive care music therapy, use of music therapy in the Emergency Room Academic Program Approval with children, outpatient pediatric rehabilitation and Ho s p i t a l i t y Su i t e 4108 – 4t h Fl o o r early intervention, music therapy in physician offices, page 22 Tuesday/Wednesday Information subject to change Conference Schedule clinics, and/or day-care for medically fragile children. Standards of Clinical Practice Committee Counseling methods for stressed parents and Ho s p i t a l i t y Su i t e 4104 – 4t h Fl o o r teens with serious illnesses will be included. Program development and reimbursement issues for medical 7:00 – 9:00 pm music therapy services will be reviewed. Regional Presidents Institute: Music Therapy for the Aging Population: Evidence- Ci t y Te r r a c e 10 – 3r d Fl o o r based Practice & Considerations 7:00 – 10:00 pm Ri v e r Te r r a c e 2 – 3r d Fl o o r Co-Chairs: Andrea M. Cevasco, PhD, MT-BC; Amy Goyer, AMTAS Board of Directors AARP Multigenerational and Caregiving Expert Ci t y Te r r a c e 8 – 3r d Fl o o r As baby boomers continue to age, it is probable that the number of music therapists serving the older adult Th u r s d a y , No v e m b e r 21 population will continue to grow. The purpose of this institute is to provide music therapists with evidence- 7:00 – 11:30 am based practice considerations for working with older adults on a continuum, from those who are healthy and Registration Open living independently to those who have various physical Or l a n d o Fo y e r – 3r d Fl o o r and cognitive needs. Specialty topics include research and clinical applications for Parkinson’s disease and 7:30 am – 12:30 pm dementia as well as intergenerational music therapy practice for wellness and lifelong learning. CMTE A - You can Uke Ri v e r Te r r a c e 2 – 3r d Fl o o r 1:00 – 5:00 pm Presenter: Karen Jasko, MS, LPC, MT-BC The ukulele has become a popular instrument in recent Registration Open years, and is an excellent instrument for use in music Or l a n d o Fo y e r – 3r d Fl o o r therapy. It has a bright sound that captures the attention of clients and is easy for anyone with basic 2:00 – 6:00 pm guitar skills to master. It can be challenging however, for those with special needs. Learn‑ simplified chords Professional Advocacy Committee and techniques developed for a Ukulele Club with Older Ci t y Te r r a c e 10 – 3r d Fl o o r Adults residing in Independent Living and Personal 3:00 – 4:00 pm Care. Adapted chord fingering, chord substitutions, and a cueing system will be taught along with standard Joint Academic Program & Association Internship ukulele techniques. Limited to 20 participants. Ukuleles Approval Committees provided. Sponsored by West Music. Ci t y Te r r a c e 11 – 3r d Fl o o r CMTE B - Early Childhood Developmental Music 4:00 – 7:00 pm Therapy: Assessing, Implementing, and Evaluating Skill Achievement through the Bright Start Curriculum AMTAS Officers Cl e a r w a t e r – 3r d Fl o o r Ci t y Te r r a c e 8 – 3r d Fl o o r Presenters: Darcy Walworth, PhD, MT-BC; Judy Engel, MM, 6:00 – 7:00 pm MT-BC The Bright Start Curriculum is a developmental Council Coordinators and Committee Chairs framework for use in early childhood music therapy. Ci t y Te r r a c e 11 – 3r d Fl o o r Multiple learning opportunities are created across motor, language, cognition, and socio-emotional 7:00 – 9:00 pm domains. Bright Start contains over 100 songs, a majority of which were composed by music therapists Special Target Populations Committee specifically for use in early childhood developmental Ho s p i t a l i t y Su i t e 4108 – 4t h Fl o o r sessions. Research studies using the curriculum indicate positive developmental outcomes for infants Information subject to change Wednesday/Thursday page 23 Conference Schedule enrolled in Bright Start groups. We’ll cover early CMTE F - Start Out Successful! Five Must-Have childhood development, assessment of specific skill achievement across each domain, and implementation Ingredients to Turbo-Charge your Career Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 7 – 2n d Fl o o r methods for various clinical settings including private Presenter: Tim Ringgold, MT-BC practice, medical inpatient, community centers, and preschool. How many hours did you hone your music therapy skills in school and internship? How many hours did CMTE C - What Happens in Cyberspace, Stays in you devote to honing your skills as a successful businesswoman or man? In this CMTE, you’ll learn Cyberspace: Ethical Issues in Technology and integrate five key principles that successful Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 1 – 2n d Fl o o r professionals in all industries leverage. Whether Presenter: Debbie Bates, MMT, MT-BC you are an employee or entrepreneur, these critical Social media, cloud computing, and computer-mediated components to success make all the difference in communication have evolved at an astonishing experiencing confidence, freedom, and accomplishment rate. Music therapists routinely use these tools in the non-clinical realm of being a music therapist. to communicate, to advertise, and to facilitate You’ve invested in your skills as a clinician; now invest aspects of clinical practice. Through didactic and in your skills as a professional! experiential exercises, this presentation will review ethics foundations, explore the risks and benefits of CMTE G - Critical Nuances of Music Therapy technology in music therapy practice, discuss inherent ethical dilemmas, and provide suggestions for ethical Implementation: Musical Techniques of Engagement Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 8 – 2n d Fl o o r implementation. Presenter: Susan C. Gardstrom, PhD, MT-BC; James Hiller, CMTE D - Bio-guided Music Therapy: Utilizing Real-Time PhD, MT-BC; Larisa McHugh, MA, MT-BC The success of our work as music therapy clinicians Physiological Data to Inform Music Therapy Intervention is predicated, in large measure, on the level of our Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 2 – 2n d Fl o o r clients’ engagement in the music therapy process. No Presenter: Eric B. Miller, PhD, MT-BC matter who the clientele, low levels of engagement may This course reviews the fundamental concepts of Bio- compromise the clinical process and high levels may guided Music Therapy (Miller, 2011). The focus of this increase the potential for greater and more meaningful course is utilizing real-time physiological data-driven therapeutic gains. Participants in this CMTE will be music therapy for stress, anxiety, hypertension, ADHD, exposed to models of client engagement and various Raynaud’s, and other disorders. In this workshop, musical techniques of engagement. Discussions, video participants will gain hands-on experience creating footage, modeling, and practice with peer feedback musical environments based on real-time heart rate, will be used to reinforce conceptual and practical skin conductance and EEG brainwaves. Basic concepts applications of these techniques. relating to music and the brain will be reviewed. CMTE E - Clinical Applications of Digital Storytelling: CMTE H - Balinese Gamelan: Performance Practice and Therapeutic Applications Theme and Variations Da y t o n a – 3r d Fl o o r Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 3 – 2n d Fl o o r Presenter: Michael Rohrbacher, PhD, MT-BC Presenter: Heather J. Wagner, MMT, MT-BC In this presentation, Gamelan Angklung (metallophones, Sharing life experiences, creating narratives, and gongs, flutes and drums from Bali) will be used to help exercising creativity can be important components of a participant’s master basic skills on these instruments. therapeutic process. A multimedia, technology-based The presenter will lead a discussion of the gamelan approach can be engaging and motivating to a variety in its cultural context and its therapeutic uses at of clientele. In this hands-on CMTE, you will learn by a psychiatric hospital. Given the interrelatedness doing. A variety of styles and methods of digital of arts and religion in Bali, concepts from medical storytelling will be presented with clinical rationale ethnomusicology and community music therapy will for their use. All participants must bring a laptop or be explored, including cross-cultural applications. tablet (PC or Mac) with internet capability. Fieldwork videos will be presented to highlight main points. page 24 Thursday Information subject to change Conference Schedule

CMTE I - A Psychodynamic Music Therapy Master Class: Understanding Transference, Countertransference and Beyond Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 6 – 2n d Fl o o r Presenter: Connie Isenberg, PhD, MTA, MT-BC Using a Master Class model, participants’ case CMTE J - Rockin’ the Electric Guitar: How to use the material will be examined from a psychodynamic Electric Guitar in Music Therapy Sessions perspective. Given no inherent correspondence between Pr e s e nt e r : Pe t e r Me y e r , MA, MT–BC specific music therapy approaches and conceptual Plaza Room - Lobby Level frameworks, psychodynamic music therapists Rock guitar styles are beginning to have a resurgence and other music therapists use similar music due to the popularity of video games such as Rock Band therapy approaches. It is the therapist’s conceptual and Guitar Hero. Consequently, it is important that framework that determines clinical thinking, which music therapists are able to authentically reproduce in turn is expressed through clinical vocabulary/ these styles. Participants will be shown chronologically language. Psychoanalytic terms (e.g. the unconscious, the development of electric guitar styles and sounds transference/countertransference, resistance, from Chuck Berry to Stevie Ray Vaughan. This session and defenses) have attained common usage, quite will begin with a brief discussion about what to look independently of a psychodynamic theoretical for in an electric guitar and will conclude with music orientation. In this group supervision experience, therapy applications, including using the electric psychodynamic terms will be explored through the lens guitar to facilitate creativity and benefit mental of the psychodynamic meta-psychology from which health. Limited to 20 participants. Guitars provided. they are derived. Sponsored by Fender Music Foundation.

Information subject to change Thursday page 25 Conference Schedule CMTE K - Filling Your Toolbox: NMT Strategies for Affiliate Relations Committee Speech-Language, Cognition and Motor Skills Gu e s t Ro o m 4146– 4t h Fl o o r St. Jo h n s – 3r d Fl o o r Presenters: Julie Guy, MM, MT-BC; Angela Neve, MT-BC Standards of Clinical Practice Committee CMTE attendees will learn tools and strategies to add Ci t y Te r r a c e 7 – 3r d Fl o o r to their “tool belts” for children and youth with Autism 8:00 am – 1:30 pm Spectrum Disorders and other developmental delays. The first section, “Building the Toolbox,” focuses on Ethics Board pertinent music therapy and neuroscience research Gu e s t Ro o m 4152– 4t h Fl o o r related to speech and language, cognition, and motor skills. The remainder of the CMTE, “Building the Tools,” 8:30 am – 12:30 pm will be comprised of four sections including: (1) a music learning hierarchy, (2) neurologic music strategies for Professional Advocacy Committee speech and language, (3) cognition, and (4) motor Gu e s t Ro o m 4148 – 4t h Fl o o r movement. Participants will experience demonstration, video examples, and group discussion/collaboration. Student Affairs Advisory Board (SAAB) Suggestions for accommodations and incorporating Ho s p i t a l i t y Su i t e 4108 – 4t h Fl o o r technology will be given. 9:00 – 11:00 am CMTE L - Stuffing the Songwriter’s Pocket: Expanded International Relations Committee Songwriting Techniques and Guitar Skills for Clinicians Gu e s t Ro o m 4156– 4t h Fl o o r Ri v e r Te r r a c e 1 – 3r d Fl o o r Presenter: Robert G. H. Miller, MS, MT-BC 9:00 – 11:30 am This CMTE will explore creating songs from scratch and improvising songs as well as creating spontaneous WFMT Council fill in the blank and piggyback songs. Blues will also Ci t y Te r r a c e 10 – 3r d Fl o o r be discussed. These songwriting techniques are 9:00 am – 12:00 pm designed to be implemented and completed within a single session. Guitar skills will also be covered, Special Target Populations Committee with an emphasis on expanding the functionality of Ci t y Te r r a c e 6 – 3r d Fl o o r open chords, providing tips for incorporating barre and moveable chords, and exploring various types 11:00 am – 12:00 pm of strumming to match the overall style and feel of original records. Guitars will be provided. Sponsored Joint – Academic Program Approval, Association by the Fender Foundation. Internship Approval & International Relations Committees Ci t y Te r r a c e 8 – 3r d Fl o o r 8:00 am – 12:00 pm Workforce Development and Retention Committee 12:45– 2:15 pm Ho s p i t a l i t y Su i t e 4104 – 4t h Fl o o r Research Committee AMTA Board of Directors Ho s p i t a l i t y Su i t e 4106 – 4t h Fl o o r Ho s p i t a l i t y Su i t e 4106 – 4t h Fl o o r 1:00 – 2-00 pm Government Relations Committee imagine Editorial Team Ci t y Te r r a c e 5 – 3r d Fl o o r Ho s p i t a l i t y Su i t e 4108 – 4t h Fl o o r Academic Program Approval Committee 1:00 – 6:00 pm Ci t y Te r r a c e 8 – 3r d Fl o o r Registration Open Technology Committee Or l a n d o Fo y e r – 3r d Fl o o r City Terrace 11 – 3rd Floor page 26 Thursday Information subject to change Conference Schedule 1:30 – 5:30 pm CMTE P - The A Capella Voice: Developing, Expanding Assembly of Delegates and Exploring Voice as Your Primary Therapeutic Tool Cl e a r w a t e r – 3r d Fl o o r Ri v e r Te r r a c e 2 – 3r d Fl o o r Presenter: Elizabeth K. Schwartz, MA, LCAT, MT-BC 1:30 – 6:30 pm The human voice is a uniquely personal instrument that can provide music therapists with an array of CMTE - M CANCELLED therapeutic possibilities, and it is always available Concurrent session “Improvisation is Not Just about and easy to carry! This experiential course will teach Jazz: Using Expressive Arts in Music Therapy” will be participants to expand and explore their vocal abilities offered on Saturday, November 23, 1:30 – 3:30 pm. within clinical settings. Participants will practice vocal techniques including singing, chanting, rhythmic CMTE N - Music Therapy Incubator: Snapshots of speaking, vocal percussion, and sound exploration. Entrepreneurial Music Therapy Program Models Emphasis will be placed on using only the voice and Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 8 – 2n d Fl o o r the body. Participants will examine how vocal tools can Presenters: Cathy Knoll, MA, MT-BC; Helen Dolas, MS, be used to address clinical goals. Interventions using MT-BC; Barbara Reuer, PhD, MT-BC the voice as the primary therapeutic tool for specific In reality, most music therapists are entrepreneurs at clinical populations will be shared. heart, continually “selling” music therapy, and always dreaming up cutting-edge strategies for making music therapy services more readily accessible to more people. To encourage that spirit, three experienced music therapists will discuss their innovative non- profit and for-profit music therapy programs, all of which are thriving after several decades. A dozen MT-BCs from around the country will provide informative, PechaKucha-style snapshots of music therapy programs of all shapes and sizes. CMTE participants will be well equipped to begin the process of expanding established music therapy programs and creating new music therapy service delivery options. CMTE Q - Voices in Music Therapy: Creative Trends in CMTE O - This is Country Music (for our Clients) Qualitative Research St. Jo h n s – 3r d Fl o o r Ci t y Te r r a c e 12 – 3r d Fl o o r Presenters: Cowboy Bob & the Rangers: Robert Groene, PhD, Presenter: Laura E. Beer, PhD, ACMT MT-BC; Sharla Whitsitt, MME, MT-BC; Susan Tilbury; Qualitative research approaches are being recognized Matthew Lloyd; Maggie Rogers, MT-BC for their effectiveness in gathering and analyzing data Country music is now so diverse that one person’s sensitive to therapeutic nuances and cultural/gender preferred country music is not always another’s. identities. Music therapy studies, however, tend to rely This workshop addresses the need for music therapy upon traditional approaches such as interviews and students, clinicians, and educators to understand observations to gather, analyze, and present data. the popularity and diversity of country music, due to Our field is ignoring the methodological and practical its mass appeal and high preference among clients. power of music in research and music as research. Topics covered include historical roots, milestone Practitioners, educators, and students interested periods, guitar techniques, and experiential playing of in expanding their understanding and application of material. Come and join our experienced instructors qualitative research methodologies are encouraged to and players in our “Bunk House Band” as we explore attend. Participants are encouraged to bring either the eras of country from 1923 to 2013. Bring a guitar active or potential research ideas that can be worked and a pick. Some guitars may be available. with and discussed.

Information subject to change Thursday page 27 Conference Schedule CMTE R - Clinical Applications of Rap in Music Therapy work of the presenters with LRA child soldier survivors Pl a z a Ro o m – Lo b b y Le v e l will be illuminated. The workshop will focus on the use of Presenters: Nir Sadovnik, MA, LCAT, MT-BC; Alan Thompson, music performance and therapy to address issues of MA, LCAT, MT-BC post-traumatic growth, emotional, social, and spiritual This presentation will explore clinical applications development. Music therapy mindfulness techniques of rap in music therapy. Participants will learn and positive psychology approaches will be integrated practical techniques to incorporate rap in their into experiential music making and discussions. practice through real time improvisation and basic recording technologies. We will provide a general CMTE U - Songwriting: Tips and Tools for Effectively overview of this genre, focusing on its historical roots, Using Original Composition within Group Therapy stylistic diversity, and therapeutic potentials. Case Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 1 – 2n d Fl o o r presentations and vignettes from urban psychiatric Presenters: Lindsey A. Holmes, MT-BC; Katy Capestrani, facilities and forensic settings will be shared to MT-BC illustrate the clinical effectiveness of using rap. We will Songwriting in therapy can often prove challenging. focus particularly on clinical goals such as increasing Through discussion and experiential components, effective self-expression, self-awareness, and insight, participants will explore multiple songwriting techniques as well as improving relatedness and self-esteem. and specific interventions with implications for use in both individual and group therapy. Participants CMTE S - Beyond Activities: Relationally-Based Music will gain comfort in moving beyond traditional fill-in Therapy for Adults with Severe Disabilities/Autism or piggy-back methods as they explore the art of Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 6 – 2n d Fl o o r composition. Participants will leave this session with Presenters: Roia Rafieyan, MA, MT-BC; Janice Dvorkin, PsyD, detailed session plans, activity sheets, and handouts ACMT describing multiple examples of group and individual Music therapy for people who have significant songwriting interventions. disabilities or autism tend to range in focus between strongly music-centered to being strongly organized around skill-development. This presentation offers a relationally-based, psychodynamic perspective, focused on exploring the complex relationships that emerge between the therapist, client/group, and music. This interactive workshop will look at differences between product- and process-oriented approaches. CMTE V - Applications of Evidence Based Data on Participants will practice reflection and interpretation (the two main components in psychodynamic music Music and the Brain in Autism therapy) in dyads and groups, making note of Ri v e r Te r r a c e 1 – 3r d Fl o o r countertransference reactions and using these as Presenters: Dale B. Taylor, PhD, MT-BC; Elizabeth L. a means for understanding inter- and intra-personal Stegemöller, PhD, MT-BC processes within the therapy relationship. Limited to Participants will be introduced to the latest 20 participants. neuroscientific findings about brain structure, function, neuroplasticity, and related behavioral changes CMTE T - Music Therapy for Survivors of War: within the autism spectrum. Musical examples with Blending Performance and Therapy for Healing participation will be used to demonstrate therapeutic Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 7 – 2n d Fl o o r procedures designed to elicit predetermined behavior Presenters: Karen Wacks, MEd, LMHC, MT-BC; Samite in clients with autism. Participants will be instructed Mulondo, Music Spiritualist and Performer to prepare a treatment description of at least one In Northern Uganda, an estimated 25,000 children client whose diagnosis is indicative of autism spectrum and adolescents have been forcefully recruited into the disorders. These descriptions will be used to help each Lord’s Resistance Army (LRA). Where there is only one music therapist learn to redesign treatment plans or psychiatrist for every 1.3 million people, there is great descriptions of client progress by modifying language potential for utilizing music therapy interventions. and terminology to reflect brain functioning as Through song, lecture, and video narrative, the recent affected by evidence-based musical interventions. page 28 Thursday Information subject to change Conference Schedule CMTE W - Music Therapy Evidenced-Based Practice: Issues with Loss and Grief in Hospice Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 3 – 2n d Fl o o r Presenter: Joey Walker, MA, MT-BC Hospice care involves treating patients and families with regard to physical, emotional, spiritual, and social needs near end of life. This CMTE will focus on using evidence-based practice to ensure that our patients are receiving high quality holistic care. By exploring current research and checking and using clinical wisdom, music therapists can then more effectively work toward meeting the various needs of patients and families. Issues of loss and grief for patients, CMTE Z - Understanding and Supporting Caregivers families, and music therapists will be emphasized. across the Age Span Ideas regarding current practice, providing clear Ci t y Te r r a c e 6 – 3r d Fl o o r documentation, and creating an assessment of Presenter: Amy Goyer, AARP’s Caregiver Expert and former functional music skills will be exchanged. music therapist If you are not a caregiver now, you have been or you will CMTE X - Private Practice: Blending Mindfulness-Based be one…or you will be a care recipient one day. There Cognitive Therapy with Music Therapy are so many caregivers, and in your music therapy Da y t o n a – 3r d Fl o o r practice you are likely interacting with the caregivers Presenter: Barbara Dunn, PhD, LICSW, MT-BC of your clients, or treating caregivers themselves... This course will focus on blending music therapy or you will be: The population is aging rapidly and techniques with Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy family caregivers will be providing most of the care. in a private practice setting. Content for the course In this session, Amy Goyer, formerly a practicing will draw on the presenter’s private practice as a music therapist; an authority on aging, families and Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Board Certified caregiving issues; AARP’s Home & Family expert and Music Therapist. It will explore work with clients a caregiver for both of her parents; will provide an in- who present with clinical issues commonly seen in depth look at the 66 million caregivers in the U.S. You’ll the private practice setting. These include anxiety, learn how to target caregivers and gain practical tips depression, and trauma. It will explore the profound about helping them access resources and using music ways that music can enhance the therapeutic process therapy to address their needs and challenges, both in addressing these issues. It will also explore some of in caring for their loved ones and for themselves. the “nuts and bolts” of managing a successful private psychotherapy/music therapy practice. CMTE AA - Professional and Ethical Boundaries in Music Therapy CMTE Y - Do It Yourself: Simple Audio Recording and Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 2 – 2n d Fl o o r Production using Garage Band Presenters: AMTA Ethics Board: Betsey King, PhD, LCAT, Ho s p i t a l i t y Su i t e 4104 – 4t h Fl o o r MT-BC; Gretchen Patti, MS, LCAT, MT-BC; Jan Presenter: Lisa Kynvi, MA, LMHC, MT-BC Schreibman, MM, CCLS, MT-BC; Carol Shultis, PhD, LPC, Ever wish you had learned how to record and edit MT-BC; Jennifer Sokira, MMT, LCAT, MT-BC; Elizabeth sound? This session is for beginners in audio editing. It York, PhD, MT-BC will present the basics of recording digital audio sound, Boundaries are always a challenging topic to address. then taking those recordings, importing them into the The Ethics Board will take an in-depth look at what Macintosh program Garage Band, editing the audio, the AMTA Code of Ethics says about maintaining layering tracks, adjusting the volume, and creating a professional boundaries with both our clients and CD from your work. The session is chock-full of helpful professional peers. Topics to be addressed include, tips. You will get the most from it if you bring a Mac identification of who is responsible for initiating laptop along, which will allow you to create your own boundaries, how boundaries with clients differ from audio project to edit and work with during the session. those with peers, and maintaining professional Please bring earphones or headphones. boundaries across time. Information subject to change Thursday page 29 CMTE BB - Supervising the National Roster Music 1:30 – 4:30 pm Therapy Intern CMTE CC - Using the Music Therapy Clinical Ri v e r Te r r a c e 3 – 3r d Fl o o r Presenters: AMTA Association Internship Approval Committee: Self-Assessment Guide (3 credit course) Mary Jane Landaker, MT-BC; Eve Montague, MSM, MT-BC; Ci t y Te r r a c e 11 – 3r d Fl o o r Matt Phillips, LICSW, MT-BC; Lauren DiMaio, MMT, Presenters: AMTA Professional Advocacy Committee: Emily MT-BC; Gina Hacker, MT-BC; Kay Luedtke-Smith, MT-BC; Bevelaqua, MT-BC; Leslie Henry, WMTR, MT-BC; Julie Amy Smith, CCLS, MT-BC; Andrea Scheve, MM, MT-BC Long, MA, MT-BC; Leah Oswanski, MA, MT-BC; Kelley Listen to a comprehensive overview of clinical Pujol, MEd, MM, MT-BC; Terri Smith-Morse, MT-BC; Cheryl supervision topics specific to the internship experience. Stephenson, MM, MT-BC Redesigned in 2013 to focus on current issues How do we evaluate our clinical work? The Music Therapy of supervision, this free course for current AMTA Clinical Self-Assessment is a tool which allows you to members is presented by the Association Internship analyze your clinical practice and identify your areas Approval Committee fulfills the training requirement of strength, as well as areas needing improvement. for National Roster Internship Director applicants, Learn how to utilize the Music Therapy Clinical Self- but also offers experienced supervisors an opportunity Assessment Guide, a professional practice resource to review pertinent elements of supervision. Stages developed by the AMTA Professional Advocacy of internship, supervision models, competency-based Committee. This guide, available on-line for AMTA training, ethics, multi-cultural awareness, and methods members, is for all clinicians, novice and experienced, to address various challenges will be presented. The whether facility employed or in private practice. course addresses internship agreements, competency- Whether working full-time or part-time, everyone can based clinical training, developmentally focused benefit from completing this Self-Assessment. This training experiences, and offers several different 3 credit course is free for AMTA members registered supervision models for consideration. for the conference. page 30 Thursday Information subject to change Conference Schedule 2:30 – 4:30 pm 9:00 – 11:00 pm Reimbursement Committee Exhibit Grand Opening Celebration Reception/ Ho s p i t a l i t y Su i t e 4106 – 4t h Fl o o r Take-A-Chance Bidding Co nf e r e n c e Ce nt e r a n d Co nf e r e n c e Ce nt e r Fo y e r – 3r d Fl o o r 2:30 – 5:00 pm Exhibits Open Conference Choir Rehearsal Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 1 – 2n d Fl o o r Co nf e r e n c e Ce nt e r – 3r d Fl o o r Immediately following Opening Session 3:00 – 5:00 pm 10:00 – 11:00 pm AMTAS Board of Directors Tweet-Up Networking Ho s p i t a l i t y Su i t e 4108 – 4t h Fl o o r Ci t y Te r r a c e 10 – 3r d Fl o o r 5:30 – 7:00 pm 11:00 pm – 2:00 am Regional Board of Directors – Great Lakes Region Jam Rooms Gu e s t Ro o m 4146 – 4t h Fl o o r Da y t o n a a n d St. Jo h n s – 3r d Fl o o r Regional Board of Directors – Southeastern Region Ho s p i t a l i t y Su i t e 4106 – 4t h Fl o o r Regional Board of Directors – Western Region Ci t y Te r r a c e 8 – 3r d Fl o o r Regional Board of Directors – Southwestern Region Ci t y Te r r a c e 11 – 3r d Fl o o r Regional Board of Directors – Midwestern Region Ci t y Te r r a c e 7 – 3r d Fl o o r Fr i d a y , No v e m b e r 22 6:00 – 7:00 pm 6:30 – 8:30 am Regional Board of Directors – New England Region Ci t y Te r r a c e 10 – 3r d Fl o o r Cash Breakfast Ba l l r o o m Fo y e r – 2n d Fl o o r 6:00 – 7:20 pm 7:00 – 11:30 am Regional Board of Directors – Mid-Atlantic Region Ho s p i t a l i t y Su i t e 4108 – 4t h Fl o o r Registration Open Or l a n d o Fo y e r – 3r d Fl o o r 7:00 – 7:30 pm 7:30 – 8:30 am Pre-Opening Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n s 4 & 5 – 2n d Fl o o r Florida Music Therapy Task Force Recognition Awards Breakfast 7:30 – 9:00 pm Ci t y Te r r a c e 4 – 3r d Fl o o r Grand Opening with Robin Spielberg Invited Guests Only Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n s 4 & 5 – 2n d Fl o o r 7:30 – 9:00 am Enjoy a delightful program of enchanting pieces from Robin’s vast repertoire of popular American melodies Assembly of Delegates & select excerpts from her brand new memoir, “Naked Ri v e r Te r r a c e 2 – 3r d Fl o o r on the Bench: My Adventures in Pianoland.”

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It’s a Generational Thing: Partnering Across Generations Music Therapy in the Digital Age: Podcasting, Music to Transform Music Therapy Careers Recording, and Mixing Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n s 4 & 5 – 2n d Fl o o r Ri v e r Te r r a c e 3 – 3r d Fl o o r Presenters: Elizabeth K. Schwartz, MA, LCAT, MT-BC; Presenters: Tyler Hogan, MT-BC; Andrea Yun-Springer, MT-BC Meredith R. Pizzi, MT-BC During this workshop, participants will learn how Over the past decades, the expectations, desires, to record and mix both spoken voice and music. and assumptions of music therapists have shifted Participants will learn how to use GarageBand and tremendously. Join us as we take a look at how the Audacity to create projects with multiple tracks. The experiences for music therapists over the years have presenters will share ways to incorporate recording changed and how collaborations between younger and music and audio with clients into music therapy older music therapists can benefit everyone. sessions and practice. Please bring your laptop, iPad, or tablet to the session. New Voices: Music Therapy Services for Students who are Culturally and Linguistically Diverse with Disabilities Deconstructing Intersectionality: A Dialogue on the Ri v e r Te r r a c e 1 – 3r d Fl o o r Resilience-based Model of Supervision for Minority Presenter: Amy Greenwald Furman, MM, MT-BC Supervisors An increasing number of Minneapolis Public School Cl e a r w a t e r – 3r d Fl o o r students receiving music therapy services are from Presenters: Feilin Hsiao, PhD, MT-BC; Xueli Tan, MM, MT-BC culturally and linguistically diverse (CLD) backgrounds. This roundtable discussion will engage dialogue among There is little information on students with specific minority supervisors with intersecting identities on disabilities who also qualify as CLD. Clinical experiences themes of resilience, level of acculturation, supervisor- in working with students and families from Hmong and supervisee cultural discussions, and supervision Somali cultures will be shared. satisfaction. Connections between these themes and page 32 Friday Information subject to change Conference Schedule the Resilience-based Model of Supervision for Minority perceptions and current knowledge of the act amongst Supervisors will also be introduced. students and professionals in the field. Turning a Course Inside-Out:The Flipped Classroom Model Therapeutic Group Lessons: Addressing the Psychosocial in Music Therapy Education Needs of Adult Cancer Survivors Ci t y Te r r a c e 9 – 3r d Fl o o r Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 3 – 2n d Fl o o r Presenter: Deborah Layman, MM, MT-BC Presenters: Alejandra Ferrer, PhD, MT-BC Presider: A. Louise Steele, MMEd, MT-BC The presenter will discuss the psychosocial benefits of In the flipped classroom model, rather than in-class implementing a variety of group therapeutic lessons lecture and out-of-class homework, lectures are for adult cancer survivors in an outpatient oncology posted online for viewing before class. During class setting. A series of patient interviews, quotes, and time, students apply knowledge gained from the lecture images will be shown to illustrate the discussion. Ideas through cooperative learning tasks. This presentation for programming will be provided. will introduce a successful flipped classroom model implemented in an undergraduate music therapy course. The Impact of Collaborative Music Therapy and Speech/ Language Therapy on Parenting Self-Efficacy Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 1 – 2n d Fl o o r Presenters: Patricia Winter, PhD, MT-BC; Anthony Kaserou; Charity Quesenberry This mixed methods study evaluated the impact of Learning the Language: Strategies for Success in Hospice a collaborative music therapy and speech/language Music Therapy therapy training program on parenting self-efficacy, and Ci t y Te r r a c e 10 – 3r d Fl o o r transfer of skills to the home environment for parents Presenters: Mary-Ellen Smith, MMT, MT-BC; Elaina Daoulas, with preschool aged children with speech and language MT-BC; Georgia Wells, MT-BC disorders. Results of quantitative and qualitative data will be discussed with recommendations. Music therapists play a unique and important role in hospice care, however, it can be challenging to Tying It All Together with Transitions become integrated into the interdisciplinary care Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 2 – 2n d Fl o o r team. Hospice philosophy, the interdisciplinary team, Presenters: David L. Gadberry, PhD; Anita L. Gadberry, PhD, documentation strategies for maintaining Medicare MT-BC guidelines and various interventions will be explored to better equip the hospice music therapist for Clients and therapists alike will benefit from smooth success. flowing sessions that capitalize on every second of interaction. Transitions are the key to building upon Working Within Wellness-Based Music Therapy Settings past experience, reducing distracting behaviors, and creating a seamless therapeutic experience. Ideas for with Older Adults creating smooth transitions using melody, rhythm, St. Jo h n s – 3r d Fl o o r movement, and verbal communication will be given. Presenters: Melita Belgrave, PhD, MT-BC; Andrea Boswell-Burns, MT-BC; Cassandra Chapman; Jylian Jaloma, Michelle Wanstreet; Deciphering the Affordable Care Act: Implications, Zachary Williams-Kupec Perceptions, and Current Knowledge within Music Therapy As the aging population increases, it is important for Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 6 – 2n d Fl o o r music therapists to create wellness-based programs Presenters: Elisa Aven, MT-BC; Daniel Tague, PhD, MT-BC to address the needs of older adults. A music This presentation will provide music therapists with therapy professor and student music therapists will objective information regarding the Affordable Care share their experiences working within two wellness Act, discuss the implications it may have on several settings. We will discuss program goals, objectives, populations served by the profession, and explain interventions, and lessons learned. findings obtained from a Master’s Thesis examining

Information subject to change Friday page 33 Conference Schedule Clinical Applications of Evidence-Based Practice within It Has Truly Resonated With Me: Music Therapy, DBT, Adult Mental Health and Eating Disorders Da y t o n a – 3r d Fl o o r Ci t y Te r r a c e 6 – 3r d Fl o o r Presenters: Emily C Bailey, MM, MT-BC; Galena Reiter-Thomson, Presenters: Natalie Mullis, MT-BC; Gloria Terziyska, EdS, MT-BC; Kevin Hahn, MT-BC LMFI-1 Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) is currently a ‘buzz The Hearth Center for Healing is the only eating word’ within healthcare. Music therapists working in disorder treatment program in South Carolina that mental health settings often confront obstacles in offers music therapy. The presenters will describe the applying EBP. Learn from clinicians working in a variety intensive outpatient program, share interventions, and of adult mental health settings how EBP can be applied discuss how music therapy is being used to teach, through the assessment, planning, implementation, rather than reinforce, skills necessary for recovery. and documentation phases of treatment. I Have a Voice: Using Songwriting for Emotional Music Therapy for Recovery from Child Abuse Expression with Hospitalized Children Ci t y Te r r a c e 7 – 3r d Fl o o r Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 8 – 2n d f l o o r Presenter: Tania Cordobés, MMT, MT-BC Presenter: Rita “Rich” Abante Moats, MT-BC Evidenced-based protocols are becoming the standard Presider: Darcy Walworth, PhD, MT-BC of practice in healthcare. This presentation will Songwriting and technology will be presented as explain how music therapy is included as a primary effective tools to connect and engage with pediatric therapeutic modality for treatment of children who patients, as well as positive means of self-expression have experienced trauma and abuse, within a setting and coping. Examples of original songs written with where protocols are standardized across therapeutic teenage patients will be presented, and the use disciplines in child abuse cases pending trial. of audio/video recording and the iPad will also be First Pediatric Music Therapy Program in China discussed. Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 7– 3r d Fl o o r Back to the Beat: Practical Application of Rap Techniques Presenter: Jingwen Zhang Presider: Barbara Wheeler, PhD, MT-BC in Music Therapy with Young Adolescents Ci t y Te r r a c e 8 – 3r d Fl o o r The presenter will explain how she established a new Presenter: Jessica L. Schlabach, MT-BC music therapy internship program in a children’s hospital in China. The presenter will discuss music Rap music is becoming more prevalent in popular therapy interventions which are being used at the culture and as a preferred genre of adolescents. hospital, as well as her research, which brought music Incorporating rap music and rap composition can be therapy to the attention of hospital medical staff. effective in increasing emotional expression and self- concept with young adolescents. Learn here, through Re-Visioning Music Programs in Schools: A New Role for demonstration and practical application, how to Music Therapists incorporate rap into your music therapy sessions! Ci t y Te r r a c e 12 – 3r d Fl o o r 9:15 – 10:15 am Presenters: Katrina Skewes McFerran, PhD, RMT; Daphne Rickson, PhD, RMT The Carol Hampton Bitcon Lecture Presider: Robert Krout, EdD, MT-BC Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n s 4 & 5 – 2n d Fl o o r The roles of music therapists working in the school Presenter: Andrea Farbman, EdD, Executive Director of the system are diverse and creative. Although treatment American Music Therapy Association of individual students is one part of our contribution, Carol Hampton Bitcon was a pioneer, leader, and this paper describes ways to expand our vision in order colleague in the music therapy community for over 50 to see ways that the whole school system can benefit years. She served the profession tirelessly, inspiring from musical support. and influencing lives of countless students, interns, professionals, clients, friends, and family members. Carol’s generous bequest established an exciting lecture series for AMTA. The inaugural Bitcon Lecture was presented by Lifetime Achievement honorees, Dr. page 34 Friday Information subject to change Conference Schedule

Alan Solomon and Ken Medema, on the occasion of the 10:30 am – 12:00 pm 60th Anniversary of Music Therapy in 2010. The second Bitcon lecture being presented at AMTA Business Meeting: State of the Association Panel, the annual conference in Jacksonville, Florida, features Awards Ceremony, and A Celebration of Life our very own Executive Director, Dr. Andi Farbman, on Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n s 4 & 5 – 2n d Fl o o r the occasion of her 25th anniversary serving the music Students welcome. therapy profession. Dr. Farbman’s Bitcon Lecture promises 11:00 am – 6:15 pm to combine humorous anecdotes with a candid, provocative, and insightful view of the highpoints and Exhibits Open challenges of the past 25 years of music therapy. She Co nf e r e n c e Ce nt e r – 3r d Fl o o r will reveal what has compelled her to remain executive (Exhibit Hall closed for plenary session 3:45-4:45 director for 25 years, what is still on her “to do list,” pm) and her perspective on what the future holds for the profession. Her talk promises to appeal to students 11:30 am – 2:00 pm and long-time professionals alike. She will attempt to embody the spirit and values of Carol Bitcon by Exhibit Spectacular Co nf e r e n c e Ce nt e r – 3r d Fl o o r being both introspective and analytical in terms of external societal factors affecting the music therapy 12:00 – 1:00 pm profession. Korean Music Therapists Lunch Meeting Ri v e r Te r r a c e 2 – 3r d Fl o o r

Information subject to change Friday page 35 Conference Schedule The University of Iowa Lunch International Relations Committee Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 2 – 2n d Fl o o r Ci t y Te r r a c e 9 – 3r d Fl o o r Taiwanese Music Therapy Students and Professionals Professional Advocacy Committee Brownbag Network Lunch Ci t y Te r r a c e 7 – 3r d Fl o o r Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 3 – 2n d Fl o o r Standards of Clinical Practice Committee 12:00 – 1:30 pm Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 8 – 2n d Fl o o r Music Therapy Pro Power Lunch Affiliate Relations Committee Ci t y Te r r a c e 4 – 3r d Fl o o r St. Jo h n s – 3r d Fl o o r 12:00 – 1:45 pm Workforce Development and Retention Committee Ci t y Te r r a c e 12 – 3r d Fl o o r Continuing Education Committee Ho s p i t a l i t y Su i t e 4106 – 4t h Fl o o r 1:00 – 2:00 pm Special Target Populations Networking Session MTP Editorial Board Ta b l e s in t h e Gr a n d Ba l l r o o m Fo y e r –2n d Fl o o r Ri v e r Te r r a c e 1 – 3r d Fl o o r Pl u s Ea r l y Ch i l d h o o d – Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n s 4 & 5 – 2n d Fl o o r 1:00 – 5:00 pm Blues Power Jam Pl a z a Ro o m – Lo b b y Le v e l Registration Open All are invited to play along or listen, share music, Or l a n d o Fo y e r – 3r d Fl o o r food, and fun! 2:00 -3:30 pm 12:00 – 2:00 pm Research Committee Presents – Music Therapists and Ethics Board Research: A Discussion of Utilization and Perceived Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 1 – 2n d Fl o o r Barriers Ci t y Te r r a c e 8 – 3r d Fl o o r 12:15 – 1:15 pm Presenters: Eric G. Waldon, PhD, MT-BC; Elizabeth H. Collier, Latin American Music Therapy Network Meeting MT-BC; Kim Robertson, MBA, MT-BC; Catherine Clyatt Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 6 – 2n d Fl o o r Schroth, MM, MT-BC AMTA is committed to increasing access, training, 12:30 – 2:00 pm and support to clinicians in their scholarly pursuits. Recently, the Research Committee surveyed members JMT Editorial Board to gauge utilization of and perceived barriers to Ci t y Te r r a c e 6 – 3r d Fl o o r research-related activities. Join us for a review of this data as well as a discussion with music therapists Music Therapy Business Owners’ Meeting who conduct research in their clinical work. Ci t y Te r r a c e 5 – 3r d Fl o o r 12:45 – 2:00 pm Is the Work-Life Balance a Myth? A Roundtable Discussion Technology Committee Ci t y Te r r a c e 10 – 3r d Fl o o r Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 7 – 2n d Fl o o r Presenters: Deborah Layman, MM, MT-BC; Kimberly Sena Moore, MM, MT-BC Reimbursement Committee Music therapy has historically been dominated by Da y t o n a – 3r d Fl o o r females, many of whom forged careers while raising families. Although little in the literature explores the Judicial Review Board work-life balance, more people seem to be discussing Ci t y Te r r a c e 10 – 3r d Fl o o r it. This roundtable will provide an opportunity to page 36 Friday Information subject to change Conference Schedule explore and process issues related to balancing work The Scientific Clinician: Designing and Implementing Single and parenthood. System and Pilot Research Ci t y Te r r a c e 6 – 3r d Fl o o r The Efficacy of Music as a Multicultural Training Modality Presenters: Kamile Geist, MA, MT-BC; Blythe LaGasse, PhD, for Healthcare Professionals and Students MT-BC Ri v e r Te r r a c e 2 – 3r d Fl o o r Participants will gain knowledge on formulating Presenter: Seung-A Kim, PhD, AMT, LCAT, MT-BC research questions and selecting appropriate Music is an effective way to increase cultural research methods. Single System and Pilot Study awareness and learn about diverse cultures. This research designs will be emphasized. presentation will provide a summary of findings from multicultural research. The presenter will discuss to Ethics 101 and Beyond: Staying Current with Our what extent multicultural training using music helps healthcare professionals and students increase Code of Ethics Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 1 – 2n d Fl o o r cultural knowledge relating to their clinical work. Presenters: AMTA Ethics Board: Betsey King, PhD, LCAT, A Survey Report of Music Therapist Attitudes and MT-BC; Gretchen Patti, MS, LCAT, MT-BC; Jan Actions Regarding the LGBTQ Community Schreibman, MM, CCLS, MT-BC; Carol Shultis, PhD, LPC, Ri v e r Te r r a c e 3 – 3r d Fl o o r MT-BC; Jennifer Sokira, MMT, LCAT, MT-BC; Elizabeth Presenters: Annette Whitehead-Pleaux, MA, MT-BC; Amy York, PhD, MT-BC Donnenwerth, MA, MT-BC; Beth Robinson, MT-BC; Spencer Ethical thinking guides all aspects of the music Hardy, MT-BC; Leah Oswanski, MA, LAC, MT-BC; Michele therapy profession, whether we function as student, Forinash, DA, LMHC, MT-BC; Maureen Hearns, MA, professional, educator, or researcher. The Ethics Board provides tools and resources to support ethical MT-BC; Natasha Anderson, MA, LMHC, MT-BC; Xueli Tan, decision-making. A review of the Code, updates, and MM, MT-BC procedures will be presented with opportunities to A group of music therapists from across the discuss ethical dilemmas and challenges. country will present results of a survey on music therapists’ attitudes and actions regarding the M-TIP: A Pilot Music Therapy Introduction Project for LGBTQ community. This research applies not only to daily clinical practice, but also has implications High School Students Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 2 – 2n d Fl o o r for educational needs of students and continuing Presenter: Ronna S. Kaplan, MA, MT-BC educational needs of professionals. This presentation will describe a pilot introductory course about the profession of music therapy offered by community music school music therapists to inner city high school students. The presenter will discuss various phases of the project, including information gathering, curriculum development, program delivery Aesthetics, Collaboration, and Community: Approaching and evaluation, and subsequent curriculum revisions. Therapeutic Songwriting from a Hip Hop Perspective in The Last Note: Music Therapy at the Moment of Death Music Therapy Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 3 – 2n d Fl o o r Cl e a r w a t e r – 3r d Fl o o r Presenters: Debbie Bates, MMT, MT-BC; Lauren DiMaio, Presenter: Michael Viega, PhD, MT-BC MMT, MT-BC This presentation will detail an approach to therapeutic Two music therapists will explore experiences of being songwriting with adolescents who had adverse childhood present with patients at the moment of death. The experiences who subscribe to hip hop culture. The physiological signs of death will be reviewed. Patient aesthetics, cultural values, and recording techniques and family considerations, musical considerations, and of hip hop will be explored. A research-based model categories of music experiences will be discussed. of intervention for therapeutic songwriting within hip hop will be discussed.

Information subject to change Friday page 37 page 38 Information subject to change Conference Schedule The New York State Creative Arts Therapist Law The Effects of a Music Therapy Group on the Prosodic (LCAT) and You: An Update Speech of Children with ASD Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 6 – 2n d Fl o o r St. Jo h n s – 3r d Fl o o r Presenters: Lora Heller, MS, LCAT, MT-BC; Beth R. Presenter: Heather J. Wagner, MMT, MT-BC McLaughlin, MS, LCAT, MT-BC; Donna W. Polen, LCAT, A team from the University of Hartford, Hartford MT-BC; Evelyn C. Selesky, MA, LCAT, MT-BC; Madelaine Hospital, and a Connecticut music therapist carried E. Ventre, MS, LCAT, MT-BC out a study of children with ASD and prosodic speech The New York State Mental Health Practitioners development. The preliminary results of the study law instituted licensing of Creative Arts Therapists, and implications for further research will be shared, which has impacted music therapy education, training, along with an outline of the music therapy group practice, and employment. The NYS Task Force on interventions. Occupational Regulation (NYSTF) will present an update, particularly for those who wish to study, train, Songs of Faith and Hope: Learning Christian Hymnody for and/or work in New York State. the End of Life Care Da y t o n a – 3r d Fl o o r Presenters: Michelle Hairston, EdD, MT-BC; David Smith, PhD If you don’t have a background in songs of the Christian church, selecting religious songs for clients may be Application of Theory to Clinical Practice: Perspectives challenging. Let us share what our research has shown to be hymn favorites! We’ll sing and learn about from the Classroom hymns, gospel songs, and spirituals which are perfect Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 7 – 2n d Fl o o r for dementia or hospice settings. Presenters: Deanna Hanson-Abromeit, PhD, MT-BC; Xavier Fleming; Matthew Lloyd; Erin Riggers; Hannah Scott; Brittany Music Therapy Students with Disabilities: Considering Slaughter; Halsey Young Adaptations and Competencies This presentation will describe the role of theory in Ci t y Te r r a c e 7 – 3r d Fl o o r clinical practice and how the clinician can apply theory Presenters: Cindy Ropp, EdD, MT-BC; Andrea Crimmins, PhD, to develop a conceptual framework that informs MT-BC assessment, the therapeutic function of music, Music therapy students with disabilities can bring intervention strategies, and efficacious outcomes. tremendous gifts as well as significant challenges Examples of students’ application from classroom to to the academic setting. Educators must carefully clinical practice will be shared. consider the delicate balance between adaptations as prescribed by law and competencies set forth by Establishing New Medical Music Therapy Programs: AMTA. Legalities, accommodations, and a music Perspectives and Practices Panel therapy response will be presented. Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 8 – 2n d Fl o o r Presenters: Judy Engel, MM, MT-BC; Lori Gooding, PhD, Addressing the Diverse Therapy and Educational Needs of MT-BC; Jennifer Peyton, MM, MT-BC; Jessy Rushing, MM, Persons with Hearing Loss MT-BC; Darcy Walworth, PhD, MT-BC; Olivia Yinger, PhD, Ci t y Te r r a c e 9 – 3r d Fl o o r MT-BC; Amy Robertson, MM, MT-BC Presenters: Kate Gfeller, PhD; Alice-Ann Darrow, PhD, This panel of medical music therapists will discuss MT-BC strategies that have been successful in the creation People with hearing loss vary with regard to age, of new medical music therapy programs across severity of loss, cultural identity, hearing devices, and the country. The processes of conducting hospital communication mode. This presentation will include needs assessments, evidence-based treatment two components: 1) auditory training based on neural interventions, creating protocols for inpatient/ plasticity to enhance residual hearing, and 2) music outpatient units, and elements of music therapy and song lyrics for language learning in children with program proposals will be discussed. hearing loss.

Information subject to change Friday page 39 Conference Schedule Tap, Drag, and Swipe: Select the Best Music App For Students Only: Musical Intention: Conveying Emotion for the Task through Song Ci t y Te r r a c e 4 – 3r d Fl o o r Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n s 4 & 5 – 2n d Fl o o r Presenter: Petra Kern, PhD, MT-DMtG, MTA, MT-BC Presenter: Robin Spielberg Learn how to make intentional and appropriate choices Through performance, seminar, and audience when selecting music apps to support learning and participation, contemporary pianist/composer Robin development of young children with various abilities. Spielberg will demonstrate identifying what she calls This presentation will feature key messages of the ‘the emotional backbone’ of a song. Contemporary NAEYC/Fred Rogers Center statement on technology popular music, recognizable standards as well as and interactive media in early childhood programs, original pieces by the artist will be used to explore applying them to music therapy practice. how artists and composers communicate emotion through composition and performance. Using music Continuity: Bridging the Gap Between Inpatient and as the ‘script’ and the musician as the ‘actor’, Ms. Community Mental Health Treatment Spielberg will perform several interpretations of pieces Ci t y Te r r a c e 12 – 3r d Fl o o r to communicate actions that are suggested by the Presenters: Lindsey A. Holmes, MT-BC; Katy Capestrani, audience. With the help of the participants, a new MT-BC original piece will be composed live in-class using the Research has shown the benefits of music therapy in techniques discussed during the session. the treatment and recovery of individuals diagnosed with mental illness. This presentation will focus on Steel Drums from Trinidad - Alternative Instruments for developing a community music therapy program for Music Therapy Sessions adult mental health consumers. Assessment forms, Pl a z a Ro o m – Lo b b y Le v e l proposals, group processes, and clinical examples will Presenter: Jean Raabe, MEd, MBA, MT-BC be provided. Learn about alternative instruments for music therapy. Steel drums have a unique capacity to draw The Internship SUPERvisor: Balancing Supervisory & listeners to them, but they are more persuasive when Clinical Responsibilities played. It is relatively easy to learn to play simple Ri v e r Te r r a c e 1 – 3r d Fl o o r tunes on them, but they also produce a pleasing sound Presenter: Susan Droessler, MT-BC even before a tune is learned. The presence of effective music therapy internship 2:30 – 5:15 pm supervisors and directors is critical to the field. Many supervisors find balancing clinical and supervisory Membership Committee responsibilities challenging. This presentation will offer Gu e s t Ro o m 4139 – 4t h Fl o o r techniques for achieving balance and understanding supervisory requirements, and provide opportunities Education and Training Advisory Board to discuss and problem-solve current stressors. Gu e s t Ro o m 4141 – 4t h Fl o o r Starting & Marketing Your Music Therapy Practice: An 3:45 – 4:45 pm Innovative Model for Success Ci t y Te r r a c e 5 – 3r d Fl o o r Special Plenary Session – Trends and Perspectives on Music Presenters: Catherine Nielsen, MT-BC; Chris Nielsen Therapy Services with Military Populations The Palm Beach Music Therapy Institute (PBMTI) is Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n s 4 & 5 a private practice that has been serving healthcare Music therapists continue a long tradition of providing and educational clients in Florida since 2007. Come music therapy services to military veterans, active hear what has worked, what hasn’t, and everything in duty service members, and their families. This panel between, as we discuss business, marketing, and client features an esteemed group of speakers sharing their relations in the context of PBMTI’s highly successful thoughts on a) the future of military medicine and programs. b) improving access and removing barriers to music therapy services for service members and veterans. Panelists include music therapists and leaders from the Veterans Administration and Department of page 40 Friday Information subject to change Conference Schedule

Defense. Speakers from Walter Reed National Military 5:00 – 6:00 pm Medical Center include Commander Moira McGuire, NC, USPHS, Program Manager/Warrior Clinic and Director, Research Committee Presents: Combining Elements: Mixed Creative Arts Program as well as Major James Henry, Methods Research in Hospice Care MD, Director of Integrated Health Services; and from Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n s 4 & 5 – 2n d Fl o o r the Veterans Affairs Office of Patient Centered Care Presenter: Meganne K. Masko, MA, MT-BC/L and Clutural Transformation, Donna Faraone, MPA, Hospice care is a growing field of research interest CPHQ. for music therapists. This is an especially emotionally, Commander McGuire commented, “Many of our physically, psychologically, and/or spiritually fragile battle-injured service members are returning from population with which to work, making research combat with multiple blast injuries, post-traumatic potentially difficult to design and implement. Purely stress, and traumatic brain injuries. These are lifelong quantitative research methods may not capture the conditions that require significant resilience from the subjective experiences of hospice patients and their service member as well as family, friends, and those who families, and qualitative approaches may lack the support them. I believe the arts are a key component numeric data preferred by agencies such as Medicare. of achieving and maintaining that resilience.” (Exhibit One solution to the challenge of creating ethical and Hall closed for plenary session 3:45-4:45 pm) informative research projects is to mix quantitative and qualitative methods. In much the same way 4:15 to 6:00 pm that combining melody and harmony creates a rich Clinical Practice Forum and unique musical experience, combining research Ri v e r Te rr a c e 1 – 3r d Fl o o r methodologies can create a fuller picture of the See list of participants on page 71. efficacy of music therapy in hospice care.

Information subject to change Friday page 41 Conference Schedule Who Can Be A Helper? Addressing Maturity in Music Master Juggler or Multiple Personality Disorder: Finding Therapy Students Balance in Music Therapy Roles Ri v e r Te r r a c e 3 – 3r d Fl o o r Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 1 – 2n d Fl o o r Presenters: Andrew Knight, MA, MT-BC; Blythe LaGasse, Presenters: Julie Parker Neal, MS, MT-BC; Becky Wellman, PhD, MT-BC PhD, DT, MT-BC Faculty members are the typical arbiters of whether Music therapists find themselves taking on more roles students are appropriate for the profession. This and responsibilities in their professional and personal facilitated discussion will highlight research in other lives. This session will discuss these roles, identify professions and how music therapy, as a helping issues within these roles, and recommend possible profession, might consider the subjective issues solutions to help music therapists’ work through their of student maturity and appropriateness for the own juggling acts. profession. Statistics Primer (or Reminder!) for Dummies: Reading Integrating a Social Skills Curriculum into Music Therapy and Writing Research Results Sessions: A Collaborative Model Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 2 – 2n d Fl o o r Ri v e r Te r r a c e 2 – 3r d Fl o o r Presenters: James E. Riley, MM, MT-BC; Elisa M. Aven, MM, Presenter: Edward Todd Schwartzberg, MEd, MT-BC MT-BC Music therapists utilize many music-based activities Statistics aren’t MEAN! Every music therapist can to assist clients in developing and improving social interpret the results sections of research studies. skills. This presentation will provide examples of music- This presentation will explain statistics using music based activities and how they may be integrated into transfers, musical mnemonics, and music therapy the evidence-based curriculum “Zones of Regulation.” practice applications. The presenter will provide an Video and live examples will also be presented. overview of experimental methods, key terminology, statistical tests and procedures, graphs and figures, Coping-Focused Music Therapy in Adult Psychiatric and and APA formatting. Medical Settings Ci t y Te r r a c e 4 – 3r d Fl o o r What to Present When You’re Presenting: Conference Presenters: Michael J. Silverman, PhD, MT-BC; Tyler Hogan, Proposal Planning for Beginners MT-BC Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 3 – 2n d Fl o o r The presenters will discuss various coping methods Presenters: Krista Winter, MA, MT-BC; Natalie Wlodarczyk, from the research literature, as well as how to use PhD, MT-BC music therapy interventions to augment knowledge Are you interested in presenting at a conference but and use of coping strategies for adults in psychiatric unsure where to start? You have vital information and medical settings. The presenters will discuss a and experience that your colleagues can benefit from. model for coping-focused dialogue through patient Come learn to organize your ideas, submit a proposal, preferred live music. and plan and deliver a presentation that meets your learning objectives and “wows” your audience. Understanding Relational Support Musically in Cancer Care Groups: Initial Findings and Reflections Music Therapy Research and Clinical Practice for Patients Cl e a r w a t e r – 3r d Fl o o r with Eating Disorders Presenters: Brian Abrams, PhD, LPC, LCAT, MT-BC; Leah Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 7 – 2n d Fl o o r Oswanski, MA, LAC, MT-BC Presenter: Abbey Dvorak, PhD, MT-BC Hear initial findings and reflections from a pilot study, Music therapy is a supportive and multi-faceted currently in progress at a cancer center of a major treatment modality that positively affects functioning medical institution. The study is investigating the of patients with eating disorders. Participants will relational components of a music-centered cancer examine new DSM-V criteria and theoretical models of survivorship support group, as these manifest eating disorders, understand current music therapy specifically through music within the group context. research, identify assessment criteria and goals for treatment planning, and explore music therapy interventions and evaluations. page 42 Friday Information subject to change Conference Schedule More Than Co-Treating: Child Life and Music Therapy The Effects of Rhythmic Pulse in Tai-Chi for People with Working Together ADRD Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 8 – 2n d Fl o o r Ci t y Te r r a c e 9 – 3r d Fl o o r Presenters: Michelle Erfurt, MT-BC; Brittany Kelley, CCLS Presenter: Kuan-Chen Su, MA, MT-BC It is common for Child Life Specialists and Music This presentation will focus on the effects of rhythmic Therapists to co-treat with hospitalized children. This pulse music used in modified Yang style Tai-Chi for presentation will teach attendees how the Child Life elderly people with ADRD through video analysis. A Specialist and Music Therapist at Lawnwood Regional researcher-designed program, Grider, will be described. Medical Center collaborate daily to prioritize patients A modified Yang style Tai-Chi will be demonstrated. while allowing each professional to be productive Techniques for leading movements for this population throughout the day. will be included. Preparing for the [Online] Certification Exam: Using the Sing me Stronger: Inpatient Pediatric Rehabilitation Online Self Assessment Examination as a Guide Ci t y Te r r a c e 12 – 3r d Fl o o r St. Jo h n s – 3r d Fl o o r Presenters: Amy Smith, MA, CCLS, MT-BC; Christy Merrell Presenter: Nancy Hadsell, PhD, MT-BC, Representing the In this presentation, two music therapists will share CBMT Board of Directors their experiences developing and implementing music Presider: Emily Darigan, MT-BC therapy services on two different pediatric inpatient This presentation will focus on the Scope of Practice rehabilitation units. Through the use of various Outline of the CBMT certification examination and media, they will describe the journey of developing the the way in which the [Online] Self-Assessment music therapy programs and share interventions, Examination can be used to prepare for successful co-treatment experiences, clinical observations, and completion of the exam. case examples. The Music Therapy Student/Intern Survival Guide: 10 Key Mindfulness-based Music Therapy and Attention Control Ci t y Te r r a c e 6 – 3r d Fl o o r Principles for Success! Presenter: Teresa Lesiuk, PhD, MT-BC Da y t o n a – 3r d Fl o o r Mindfulness-based music therapy (MBMT) will be Presenter: Tim Ringgold, MT-BC defined, described, and demonstrated. A four-week How would you like a road map that will empower you MBMT program will be outlined. Selected activities to completely transform how you perform in your will be presented, including focused music listening internship or school program? Combining evidence- and simple instrument playing exercises accompanied based research from Positive Psychology with real by practice of four mindfulness attitudes. Homework world experience, this session will walk you through assignments (a part of the MBMT program) will also ten powerful principles that will enable you to tackle be described. any challenge! Music Therapy Training and Education in the US Through Hospice Medicare Cuts & How to Save Music Therapy International Students’ Perspectives Programs Ci t y Te r r a c e 5 – 3r d Fl o o r Ci t y Te r r a c e 7 – 3r d Fl o o r Presenters: Hannah Bae; ChengCheng Du; Hyun Jin Hong, MA; Presenter: Russell Hilliard, PhD, LCSW, LCAT, MT-BC Matsuri Imura, MA; Aiko Onitsuka As the federal government faces financial challenges, Presider: Seung-A Kim, PhD, LCAT, MT-BC hospice facilities may cut music therapy in response Four international music therapy students/music to cuts in Medicare reimbursement. This presentation therapists from diverse cultures will present cultural will provide strategies that music therapists can considerations for music therapy training and use to advocate for hospice patients and families to practice. They will share their own educational and continue receiving this valuable intervention at one of clinical experiences in the US, including what worked life’s most crucial times. and what did not, and make suggestions for music therapy supervision, clinical practice, and research.

Information subject to change Friday page 43 Conference Schedule Family-Centered Music Therapy and Young Children with 6:15 – 7:45 pm ASD: A Randomized Controlled Trial AMTAS Business Meeting Ci t y Te r r a c e 8 – 3r d Fl o o r Presenter: Grace Thompson, PhD, RMT Ri v e r Te r r a c e 3 – 3r d Fl o o r Presider: Katrina Skewes McFerran, PhD, RMT Florida State Music Therapists’ Meeting Family-centered music therapy is an innovative Ci t y Te r r a c e 9 – 3r d Fl o o r approach to assist children with severe autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in developing their social 6:15 – 8:00 pm engagement potential. This presentation will report on a small RCT investigating the impacts of family- Professional Competency Task Force centered music therapy on social engagement with 23 Gu e s t Ro o m 4141 – 4t h Fl o o r children between 36 and 60 months of age. 8:00 – 8:30 pm Assessment of Foundational Music Skills in Undergraduate Conference Choir Music Therapy Students Ba l l r o o m Fo y e r – 2n d Fl o o r Ci t y Te r r a c e 10 – 3r d Fl o o r Presenter: Peggy A. Farlow, MAE, MT-BC 8:30 – 10:00 pm This presentation will include information on an assessment tool that was created to evaluate music Drum Circle skills of undergraduate music therapy students. This Featuring Frank Thompson and Matt Giordano tool specifically addresses each of the AMTA Music Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n s 4 & 5 Foundation Skills and includes the use of videotaping Sponsored by Remo, Inc. proficiency exams for students to complete self- evaluations. 9:30 – 11:00 pm A Roundtable Discussion on Current uses of Technology in Japanese Music Therapy Students and Professionals Music Therapy Practice Ci t y Te r r a c e 6 – 3r d Fl o o r Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 6 – 2n d Fl o o r 9:30 pm – 12:00 am Presenters: Ronald M. Borczon, MM, MT-BC; Robert Krout, EdD, MT-BC; Kat Fulton, MM, MT-BC; Annette Whitehead- The Music Therapist Un-Plugged Pleaux, MA, MT-BC; Mark Ahola, MM, LCAT, MT-BC; Pl a z a Ro o m – Lo b b y Le v e l Mark Morgenstern; Wendy Magee, PhD, MT-BC This roundtable will look at the many ways of how 11:00 pm – 2:00 am technology is now being used in music therapy; from uses on the internet to bedside. The “Try Tune Up” Jam Rooms app will also be introduced to the music therapy Da y t o n a a n d St. Jo h n s – 3r d Fl o o r community and the possible uses of the app in the clinical setting. Sa t u r d a y , No v e m b e r 23 5:45 – 6:15 pm 6:30 – 8:30 am Exhibit Spectacular Cash Breakfast Co nf e r e n c e Ce nt e r – 3r d Fl o o r Ba l l r o o m Fo y e r – 2n d Fl o o r Book signing by Wendy Magee in the JKP booth, #47. 7:00 – 11:30 am 6:00 – 7:00 pm Registration Open Past Presidents’ Reception Or l a n d o Fo y e r – 3r d Fl o o r Ho s p i t a l i t y Su i t e 4106 – 4t h Fl o o r

page 44 Friday/Saturday Information subject to change Conference Schedule 7:30 – 9:15 am in a meaningful way. Key components of the conceptual framework will be defined with examples to support Regional Meeting – Western Region emerging theory for music therapy interventions. Cl e a r w a t e r – 3r d Fl o o r Meet the Candidates Regional Meeting – Mid-Atlantic Region Ri v e r Te r r a c e 2 – 3r d Fl o o r Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 1 – 2n d Fl o o r Presenters: Vice President Elect: Doug Keith, PhD, MT-BC; Jean Nemeth, MA, MT-BC; President Elect: Jennifer Geiger, Regional Meeting – Southwestern Region MA, MT-BC; Ed Kahler, PhD, MT-BC Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 2 – 2n d Fl o o r Moderator: Ronna S. Kaplan, MA, MT-BC 8:00 – 9:15 am Come and meet the candidates for the AMTA offices of President-Elect and Vice President Elect. Both Regional Meeting – Southeastern Region candidates for each office will share their views and Da y t o n a – 3r d Fl o o r backgrounds and comment upon the issues facing music therapists and AMTA. This session will provide Regional Meeting – New England Region information to make you an informed voter for these Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 3 – 2n d Fl o o r offices. Regional Meeting – Midwestern Region Mindfulness and More: Integrating Evidence Based Stress Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 7 – 2n d Fl o o r Management Techniques into your Practice Cl e a r w a t e r – 3r d Fl o o r Regional Meeting – Great Lakes Region Presenters: Jessy Rushing, MM, MT-BC; Adrienne C. Steiner Ri v e r Te r r a c e 2 – 3r d Fl o o r What are the leading techniques for stress management A Future in Music Therapy and how can we best marry those with music therapy Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 6 – 2n d Fl o o r protocols? Dig deeper into techniques such as Invited High School Students Only. mindfulness, autogenic training, progressive muscle relaxation, and cognitive behavioral approaches. Plus 9:00 am – 4:30 pm sneak in a few live music tricks. This presentation will be didactic and experiential. Exhibits Open Co nf e r e n c e Ce nt e r – 3r d Fl o o r Music for the Soul: Addressing Grief for Clients with 9:00 – 9:30 am Cognitive Impairments Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 1 – 2n d Fl o o r Exhibit Spectacular Presenters: Alissa Carver, MS, MA, LPC, MT-BC; Bill Co nf e r e n c e Ce nt e r – 3r d Fl o o r Matney, MA, MT-BC Have you ever had clients with cognitive impairments 9:00 – 10:30 am verbalize grief in a session, but you were not sure how to address this issue? This presentation will provide Internship Fair information on the types of loss experienced by clients, Ri v e r Te r r a c e 1 – 3r d Fl o o r cognitive implications to consider when planning See list of participants on page 72. Sponsored by strategies, and practical examples of therapeutic AMTAS. interventions. Research Committee Presents: Developing a Conceptual Music Therapy and Emotion Regulation Development: A Framework to Guide Theory-based Research Conceptual Framework Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n s 4 & 5 – 2n d Fl o o r Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 2 – 2n d Fl o o r Presenter: Deanna Hanson-Abromeit, PhD, MT-BC Presenter: Kimberly Sena Moore, MM, MT-BC Theory-based interventions are limited in music Emotion regulation development occurs in early therapy, thus development of theory is advocated. childhood and there are many clinical populations A conceptual framework is an ante-hoc synthesis of who experience barriers to healthy emotion regulation evidence-based research that illustrates constructs development. The purpose of this presentation is to

Information subject to change Saturday page 45 Conference Schedule outline a conceptual framework for emotion regulation Job Security: The Importance of Advocating Within Your development and to explore the Therapeutic Function of Music (TFM) as it relates clinically. Own Company St. Jo h n s – 3r d Fl o o r Music Therapy Educators Supporting Clinical Research: A Presenter: Whitney P. Ostercamp, MA, MT-BC In today’s economy with shifting market conditions, Roundtable Discussion it is essential for music therapists to understand Ri v e r Te r r a c e 3 – 3r d Fl o o r how to advocate for the efficacy of music therapy Presenters: Kamile Geist, MA, MT-BC; Blythe LaGasse, PhD, to avoid potential job cuts. This presentation will MT-BC; Andrew Knight, MA, MT-BC; Alejandra Ferrer, explore various strategies to use when advocating PhD, MT-BC to administration staff, medical personnel, family As the need for evidence-based practice increases, members, patients, and the community. support from music therapy educators and researchers for clinicians conducting research will become Community Music Therapy with the LGBTQ Population paramount. This roundtable presentation will show the Da y t o n a – 3r d Fl o o r need for music therapy clinicians to conduct research Presenter: Mary Kathleen McNulty, MT-BC and allow participants to give ideas and contemplate This session will present research from a short-term an organized plan of action. music therapy program that took place at a health care and wellness center serving the lesbian, gay, The 30th Anniversary of CBMT: Celebrate the Journey bisexual, transgender, and questioning (LGBTQ) and Embrace the Future communities. Goals, interventions, clinical findings, Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 3 – 2n d Fl o o r and applications will be discussed. Presenters: Wendy Woolsey, MA, MT-BC; Joy Schneck, MM, MT-BC and other CBMT past Board Members and Staff Adapted Neurologic Music Therapy Speech Techniques for Presider: Joy Schneck, MM, MT-BC Fluent Aphasia Come learn about the history of CBMT and how the Ci t y Te r r a c e 7 – 3r d Fl o o r past 30 years has seen an increase in the recognition Presenters: Kathleen Howland, PhD, CCC-SLP, MT-BC; Brian of the MT-BC credential. Hear about the evolution of Harris, MA, MT-BC CBMT, the people involved, and how you can be part This presentation will highlight a single case, using of the future. conventional and adapted NMT protocols to address severe speech deficits in a man diagnosed with fluent Creative Uses of Music in Qualitative Research aphasia secondary to a stroke. Using video examples, Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 6 – 2n d Fl o o r the presentation will highlight the clinical reasoning Presenter: Laura E. Beer, PhD, ACMT and interventions as well as the current research The field of music therapy has not taken full advantage supporting such interventions. of the power of music in qualitative research projects. This session will focus on the presenter’s innovative Enhancing Music Therapy Practice: Developing YOUR use of improvisation in her doctoral work, the role of Theory/Philosophy of Music Therapy performativity in music therapy research, and trends Ci t y Te r r a c e 9 – 3r d Fl o o r in the literature. Presenter: Jessica Pearson Cloud, MMT, MT-BC Presider: Aaronetta Frison, MM, MT-BC The Music Circle: Social Skills Rehearsal for Children with What is your philosophy/theory of music therapy? Autism Spectrum Disorder The purpose of this workshop is to provide a better Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 8 – 2n d Fl o o r understanding about music therapy and how our ideas Presenter: Jennie P. Band, PhD, MT-BC about music therapy influence our practice, and to Presider: Sarah DeBerry, Music Therapy Student allow music therapists an opportunity to initiate the The presenter will describe a Music Circle program she development (or further develop) a philosophy/theory offers for her child clients with ASD, their siblings, of music therapy. friends, and parents. The Music Circle provides an opportunity for children with ASD to practice social skills and allows for a shared music experience with family, friends, and professional network. page 46 Saturday Information subject to change Conference Schedule gadgets. This presentation will provide new ideas Preserve and tools necessary to incorporate this cultural phenomenon in music therapy. Videos of clinical Music Therapy’s Past... examples will be shown and an experiential activity will be conducted. Donate to support the Musical Bonds: A Program for Parents and Young AMTA Children with Developmental Disabilities Ci t y Te r r a c e 10 – 3r d Fl o o r Archives Presenter: Yen-Hsuan Yang, PhD, MT-BC Presider: Alice-Ann Darrow, PhD, MT-BC This presentation will include an introduction of a From Research to Practice: Interventions for Children with home-based parent education program and musical Special Needs activities that facilitate parent-child interactions. Ci t y Te r r a c e 4 – 3r d Fl o o r Also included will be research findings on changes of Presenters: Katey Kooi, MT-BC; Jenny Denk, MT-BC parent-child interactions and parents’ uses of musical This presentation will feature several interventions for activities after program participation. children that have been particularly effective in meeting non-musical goals. The presenters will talk about their The Impact of GIM to Explore Trauma and Abuse Across process of looking at recommendations from relevant the Lifespan research and creating interventions from those Pl a z a Ro o m – Lo b b y Le v e l recommendations based on the needs of their clients. Presenter: Amy Clements-Cortes, PhD, MTA, MT-BC The interventions will then be demonstrated. Three case studies will be presented to illuminate the power of the GIM therapeutic process to work The Traveling Music Therapist: An International Perspective through trauma, abuse, and anxiety in order to regain on Program Development in Singapore personal power, transform identities, and bring healing. Ci t y Te r r a c e 12 – 3r d Fl o o r Reflections on work with these clients will be shared Presenter: Ashley Spears, MT-BC from the perspective of a new GIM Fellow. Come hear about working at a women’s and children’s hospital not near your hometown or even the US, but 9:30 – 11:00 am in Singapore! Learn hints for program development and prevention of burnout from a recent graduate. AMTA Board of Directors Lastly, learn about music therapy approaches for Ho s p i t a l i t y Su i t e 4106 – 4t h Fl o o r working in Asia. 10:45 am – 12:15 pm What Keeps Us Well? Self-Care for Music Therapists Ci t y Te r r a c e 5 – 3r d Fl o o r Nothing to Carry: How and Why to Use Your Voice as Presenter: Shane Swezey, MM, MT-BC Your Primary Therapeutic Tool Music therapy is a rewarding profession, but can Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n s 4 & 5 – 2n d Fl o o r hold incredible cognitive, physical, and emotional Presenter: Elizabeth K. Schwartz, MA, LCAT, MT-BC challenges. This presentation will address the ethical Your voice is a unique instrument with many responsibility of self-care, increase awareness of therapeutic possibilities, which is always available career sustaining behaviors and professional quality and easy to carry! This experiential session will share of life, and offer self-care tips, resources, and results strategies for developing, expanding, and exploring your from the presenter’s research on self-care. vocal abilities within clinical settings. Participants will practice vocal techniques including singing, chanting, The Camera as a 4th Entity: Clinical Applications of Video rhythmic speaking, vocal percussion, and sound in Music Therapy exploration. Ci t y Te r r a c e 8 – 3r d Fl o o r Presenter: Ariel Weissberger, MA, LCAT, MT-BC The presence of video in our lives has increased dramatically in the era of the internet and personal Information subject to change Saturday page 47 Conference Schedule

Early Brain and Child Development: The American Effects of Experiential Music Therapy Education on Academy of Pediatrics and Music Therapy Student’s Reported Empathy and Self-Esteem Ri v e r Te r r a c e 1 – 3r d Fl o o r Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 1 – 2n d Fl o o r Presenter: Becky Wellman, PhD, DT, MT-BC Presenter: Patricia Winter, PhD, MT-BC The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has A sequential, transformative, mixed methods design established Early Brain and Child Development as was used to evaluate the impact of experiential a strategic priority. This presentation will show education on undergraduate and graduate equivalency how music therapy can support AAP activities: music therapy majors’ perceived empathy and reading, rhyming, making routines, reward, and self-esteem during role-playing experiences. This building relationships in our sessions. Interventions presentation will include a discussion of the research will be shared for immediate use in music therapy project, methodology, and results. sessions. Hot Topics in Special Music Education: Music Therapy and MusicTherapyActivities.Wikia.com the Common Core Cl e a r w a t e r – 3r d Fl o o r Ballroom Section 2 – 2nd Floor Presenter: James E. Riley, MM, MT-BC Presenters: Mary Adamek, PhD, MT-BC; Alice-Ann Darrow, MusicTherapyActivities.wikia.com is an encyclopedic PhD, MT-BC; Judith Jellison, PhD, RMT collection of therapeutic music activities, indexed by The purpose of this session is to highlight The goal/objective, population, and use of music. Community National Core Arts Standards (NCAS) and how music input bridges theoretical orientations and assimilates therapists can align their curricula to complement and unique ideas. This presentation will include an overview, support NCAS. In addition, this session will cover the interactive demonstrations, concerns and benefits of Common Core State Standards, with the ultimate goal contribution, and future goals. Attendees will explore of protecting music therapy programs in schools. new interventions, variations, and resources. page 48 Saturday Information subject to change Information subject to change page 49 Conference Schedule 21st Century Tools for Educators and Supervisors: IMCAP-ND: A Developmental and Relational There’s an App for That! Framework for Assessing and Understanding Interactions in Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 3 – 2n d Fl o o r Musical-Play Presenters: Abbey Dvorak, PhD, MT-BC; Daniel Tague, PhD, Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 8 – 2n d Fl o o r MT-BC Presenter: John A. Carpente, PhD, LCAT, MT-BC Educators and supervisors are busy people with The Individual Music-Centered Assessment Profile minimal time to search the web for new apps and for Neurodevelopmental Disorders (IMCAP-ND) was web-based programs. This presentation will bring the designed to provide music therapists with a method information to them. Participants will learn about to assess and evaluate clients’ musical resources, the latest educational apps, software, and websites, strengths, challenges, and overall responsiveness and discuss innovative ways to enhance in-class, in musical play. This presentation will describe the supervision, and distance learning experiences. IMCAP-ND protocols, procedures, procedural phases, and scoring and provide clinical video vignettes. Members Blues Guitar: Taking it Beyond the Twelve Bars Pl a z a Ro o m – Lo b b y Le v e l Get More Presenter: Sean Aultman, MM, MT-BC You know the 12 bar blues; why not take it a step Over $3300 in further? This interactive class will provide you with member benefits practical information on blues and related genres, each year. including several blues artists, songs, and a ‘bag of tricks’ for guitar. Guitars will be provided. Sponsored Join AMTA today! by the Fender Foundation. From Research to Practice: Interventions for Adults with Comparative Religions and Music Therapy in Developmental Disabilities and Dementia End-of-Life Care St. Jo h n s – 3r d Fl o o r Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 6 – 2n d Fl o o r Presenters: Kyle Wilhelm, MA, MT-BC; Rachel Miller, MT-BC Presenter: Meganne K. Masko, MA, MT-BC/L This presentation will show several interventions for Hospice music therapists regularly assist patients adults that have been particularly effective in meeting in addressing spiritual care needs; however, music non-musical goals. The presenters will talk about their therapists may have limited knowledge of spiritual process of looking at recommendations from relevant practices outside of Judeo-Christian traditions. This research and creating interventions from those presentation will introduce music therapists to the recommendations based on the needs of their clients. main practices and views of music in end-of-life care The interventions will then be demonstrated. for six of the world’s major religions. What Do I Do When I See Music Therapy 100+ Ideas for Musically Engaged Seniors Da y t o n a – 3r d Fl o o r Misrepresented? Presenter: Meredith Faith Hamons, MT-BC Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 7 – 2n d Fl o o r This session will present over 100 ideas for working Presenters: AMTA Professional Advocacy Committee: Emily with seniors through music therapy. Ideas for Bevelaqua, MT-BC; Leslie Henry, WMTR, MT-BC; Julie utilizing drums, singing, tone bells, small percussion Long, MA, MT-BC; Leah Oswanski, MA, MT-BC; Kelley instruments, boomwhackers, songwriting, and Pujol, MEd, MM, MT-BC; Terri Smith Morse, MT-BC; Cheryl movement will be presented. Practical tips for Stephenson, MM, MT-BC incorporating these techniques and ideas for all levels Let the AMTA Professional Advocacy Committee show of senior care will also be included. you what is defined as misrepresentation of music therapy and how to respond to occurrences. Feel free to bring concerns you have and review other sample scenarios of potential misrepresentation to explore how to develop your responses. page 50 Saturday Information subject to change Information subject to change page 51 Conference Schedule A New Duet: Integration of Music Therapy with and motivating model work, providing immediate and Diabetes Education powerful positive client outcomes. Ci t y Te r r a c e 7 – 3r d Fl o o r Presenters: Susan E. Mandel, PhD, MT-BC; Beth Davis, BSN, Music Therapy by the Sea: Establishing the First Music RN Therapy Practice in the Cayman Islands Ci t y Te r r a c e 5 – 3r d Fl o o r Presider: Suzanne Hanser, EdD, MT-BC Presenters: Julianne Parolisi, MA, MT-BC; Kimberly Febres, The presenters will discuss a feasibility study that compared effects of music-assisted relaxation and MA, MT-BC imagery (MARI) to music therapy (MT) on selected Presider: Christine Routhier, MA, LMHC, MT-BC health outcomes of patients enrolled in diabetes self- Does the idea of bringing music therapy to new parts management training classes (DSMT). The importance of the country or world excite you? This session will of collaboration when integrating music therapy within describe the process of conceiving, proposing, creating, diabetes education to address hypertension will be and growing the first music therapy practice on a small discussed. Both presenters are affiliated with Lake Caribbean island. Challenges, victories, benefits, and Health and Dr. Mandel is also affiliated with University multi-cultural aspects will be explored. of Phoenix School of Advanced Studies. Self-Care for Music Therapists in the Aftermath of The Use of Singing to Promote Health and Well-Being Significant Traumatic Events for Adults with High Functioning Autism or Asperger’s Ci t y Te r r a c e 8 – 3r d Fl o o r Presenters: Gloria McDaniel, MT-BC; Robbin Buford, MT-BC Syndrome Presider: Cathy Knoll, MA, MT-BC Ci t y Te r r a c e 9 – 3r d Fl o o r Presenter: Laurel Young, PhD, MTA Two board certified music therapists who experienced Although singing can have positive biopsychosocial significant traumatic events in 2012 will discuss their health outcomes for the general population, the discovery of and provision of necessary self-care. The relevance of this finding for many clinical populations presenters will share their individual approaches to has not been explored. This presentation will discuss self-care and how they are using these traumatic the impact of a structured singing group on the health events to educate and care for colleagues/clients on and well-being of adults with high functioning autism a daily basis. or Asperger’s Syndrome. Current Trends in Music Therapy Theory: A Comparative Improvisation Liberation: Freeing the Voice through Popular Analysis of Contemporary Orientations Ci t y Te r r a c e 10 – 3r d Fl o o r Song Presenter: Kenneth Aigen, DA, LCAT, MT-BC Ci t y Te r r a c e 4 – 3r d Fl o o r Presenter: Sharon R. Boyle, MM, MT-BC Since the year 2000, there has been a proliferation of Singing extemporaneously can feel risky and is music therapy orientations in the literature that are ultimately tied to our expression of self. It is essential fundamentally different from the models that emerged to develop our vocal selves for our work, but vocal during the 1960s and 1970s. This presentation will improvisation can be daunting. This session will utilize describe the history of music therapy theory and popular songs from varied genres and participants will analyze trends, differences, and similarities among vocally develop sections of the songs. various contemporary orientations. VOICS™ (Vocal Interactive Communication “Are You Kidding Me?” Keeping Your Cool in the Heat Strategies™) A New and Dynamic Music Therapy Model of Advocacy Ci t y Te r r a c e 11 – 3r d Fl o o r Ci t y Te r r a c e 6 – 3r d Fl o o r Presenters: Yasmine White, MT-BC; Jenna Witcher, MT-BC Presenters: Dena Register, PhD, MT-BC; Kimberly Sena Moore, This presentation will introduce a new music therapy MM, MT-BC; Judy Simpson, MT-BC model that integrates communication and social/ Participating in music therapy advocacy efforts emotional learning within a dynamic group framework. brings moments of excitement as well as frustration. You will learn the core pieces of our structure, Responding to unanticipated opposition can be techniques, and methods that make this interactive difficult even for the most seasoned professional. Join current state task force members as we explore page 52 Saturday Information subject to change Conference Schedule recommended strategies for remaining cool and • WFMT: Building on the Past... Moving Into the collected under pressure. Future Annie Heiderscheit, PhD, LMFT, MT-BC; Petra Kern, PhD, MT-DMtG, MTA, MT-BC Healing Music of Africa - Special Student Workshop • Transatlantic Bridges in Music Therapy Karen Miller, Ri v e r Te r r a c e 3 – 3r d Fl o o r MM, MT-BC; Sam Houston State University Presenter: Samite Mulondo • Cleveland Music Therapy Consortium: Director: Samite Mulondo, Director of Musicians for World Lalene Dyshere Kay, MM, ACC, MT-BC Harmony (MWH), will share music and stories of Fermata in Ghana Laura Skelly Higgins, MT-BC, healing in Africa through live music making. This Cleveland Clinic; Naomi Miller, College of Wooster workshop, designed for music therapy students, will Jamaican Some Music Jason McGlynn & engage participants with an emphasis on call and Hannah Gadzinski, Baldwin Wallace University response interaction and dance. MWH works to enable Sari, I’m not Sari! A Trip to Bangalore, India Kasie musicians throughout the world to share their music Fagan, College of Wooster to promote peace, understanding, and harmony among • Music Therapy Study Abroad Experiences: Benefits peoples with a special emphasis on the displaced or for Students and Professors Anita L. Gadberry, distressed who could benefit most from the healing PhD, MT-BC; Marywood University power of music. • Community Music Therapy Practice, Heideveld, South Africa Christine Gallagher, MT-BC 11:00 am – 1:15 pm • Arts for Haiti Elizabeth York, PhD, MT-BC, Converse College Cash Lunch • Blending Music Therapy and Performance for Ba l l r o o m Fo y e r – 2n d Fl o o r Healing in East Africa Karen Wacks, MEd, LMHC, 11:15 am – 1:15 pm MT-BC; Berklee College of Music • Music Therapy in Sweden: Music Therapy Education, Assembly of Delegates Music Therapy Methods and Music Therapy’s Ri v e r Te r r a c e 2 – 3r d Fl o o r Integration into Swedish Society Anna Andersson, University of North Dakota 12:15 – 1:15 pm • Providing Music Therapy Clinical Services and Education in India Lucanne Magill, DA, MT-BC Concordia University Lunch Reception for Prospective • Jamaica Field Service Project Rebecca Vaudreuil, Graduate Students (MA and PhD) MT-BC Ho s p i t a l i t y Su i t e 4108– 4t h Fl o o r • Music Therapy Study Abroad in Thailand Dena Interested in graduate music therapy studies? Come Register, PhD, MT-BC; University of Kansas meet the Concordia Music Therapy faculty and learn Sponsored by the Southeastern Region of AMTA. about exciting opportunities for graduate studies and research. 1:00 – 5:00 pm 12:15 – 1:15 pm Registration Open Or l a n d o Fo y e r – 3r d Fl o o r Blues Power Jam Pl a z a Ro o m – Lo b b y Le v e l 1:30 – 3:30 pm All are invited to play along or listen, share music, food, and fun! Research Poster Session Ri v e r Te r r a c e 1 – 3r d Fl o o r 12:15 – 2:15 pm See List of Presenters on Page 74. Sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Region of AMTA. International Relations Global Perspectives Session Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 3 – 2n d Fl o o r • Celebrating 40 years of CAMT in 2014 Amy Clements Cortes, PhD, MTA, FAMI, MT-BC Canadian Association for Music Therapy

Information subject to change Saturday page 53 Conference Schedule Contemporary Teaching: From the Basement to the Virtual What They Didn’t Teach You in College: Internship & Classrooms Employment Tips Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n s 4 & 5 – 2n d Fl o o r Cl e a r w a t e r – 3r d Fl o o r Presenters: Amy Clements-Cortes, PhD, MTA, MT-BC; Petra Presenters: Carolyn A. Dobson, AP-BC, MT-BC; Mary Kern, PhD, MT-DMtG, MTA, MT-BC; Gene Ann Behrens, Lawrence, MT-BC; Michelle Kennemer, MT-BC; Stephanie PhD, MT-BC Shehan, MT-BC; Christina Stock, MM, MT-BC Past, present, and future global trends in the Are you a student seeking an internship? An intern supervision and training in music therapy coursework, or new graduate seeking employment? Don’t wonder clinical experiences, and theses supervision will be what Directors and Employers are looking for! Learn presented by panelists, followed by an open dialogue tricks of the trade not always covered in your college and discussion with attendees. This presentation curriculum. Don’t blow your next interview! Allow will be of interest to current educators, researchers, seasoned professionals to guide you in the right students, and clinical music therapy supervisors. direction. Follow the Beat to Wellness: Music 4 Life® Health Club Listening To Your Voice: Creative Activities & Training Center Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 2 – 2n d Fl o o r Ri v e r Te r r a c e 3 – 3r d Fl o o r Presenters: Michele Erich, MM, CCLS, MT-BC; Michelle J. Presenter: Judith Pinkerton, MT-BC/L Hairston, EdD, MT-BC; David S. Smith, PhD; Amber Weldon- Music wellness programs help meet a demand for fun, Stephens, EDS, MT-BC effective ways to reduce stress, build happiness, and Come experience activities presented by four music save health care costs. Learn about a cutting edge therapists that can be used in the school and/or membership business model that empowers people to medical setting. A totally experiential session to get think and act differently through four divisions: music your creative juices flowing. therapy, music medicine, drum circles, and wellness classes. Music and Movement: Two Ingredients for Infant and Toddler Development Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 1 – 2n d Fl o o r Support Music Therapy’s Presenter: Carol Ann Blank, MMT, MT-BC Future... Presider: Jessica Lee, MT-BC This session will discuss music and movement developmental milestones for infants and toddlers Donate to AMTA (birth to age three) and how delays in domains of scholarship & development can exhibit within the music therapy context. Particular attention will be paid to supporting research funds! parents as they implement interventions at home. Functional Guitar Skills (Students Only): Easy Steps to The Impact of Cultural Identity on Cross-Cultural Music Improve your Guitar Playing Immediately Therapy Practice and Supervision Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 6 – 2n d Fl o o r Ri v e r Te r r a c e 2 – 3r d Fl o o r Presenters: Robert Groene, PhD, MT-BC; Peter Meyer, MA, Presenters: Andrea McGraw Hunt, PhD, MT-BC; ChihChen MT-BC; Paul Nolan, MCAT, LPC, MT-BC Sophia Lee, PhD, MT-BC; Seung-A Kim, PhD, LCAT, Students may feel overwhelmed by learning to play a MT-BC, Adenike Webb, MMT, MT-BC plethora of secondary instruments proficiently. This Theories of cultural identity can provide a framework workshop will focus on developing guitar skills to create for understanding clients’ musical and cultural needs, various interesting and authentic accompaniment both for international music therapy students and styles. Participants should know how to play in the Western music therapists wishing to practice abroad. keys of C, A, G, E and D (or most of them). The presenters will share examples of cross-cultural supervision and practice to demonstrate formation of cultural identity in different cultural contexts. page 54 Saturday Information subject to change Conference Schedule A Systematic Approach for Using Clinical Improvisation Music as Therapy and Extreme Poverty in Latin America Techniques: Workshop – Presentation Ci t y Te r r a c e 9 – 3r d Fl o o r Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 8 – 2n d Fl o o r Presenter: Patricia Zarate, PhD, LCAT, MT-BC Presenters: Debbie Carroll, PhD, MTA; Claire Lefebvre, MA, This presentation will focus on music as a therapeutic MTA tool for the restoration of communities suffering A newly published guide for teaching and applying from extreme poverty in Latin America. Presenters clinical improvisation techniques will be presented by will describe specific case studies of children and the authors, who are music therapy educators with youth from Panama who survived extreme poverty over 25 years of teaching experience. This presentation and new ways in which music is being used to heal will include a sequence of role-play exercises in which communities. participants will explore the clinical application of these improvisation techniques. Adrift on a Sea of Choices: Selecting Music for Music-Assisted Relaxation Crossing Seas and Intercultural Music Therapy Practices: Ci t y Te r r a c e 6 – 3r d Fl o o r Professional Explorations and Perspectives Presenters: Christine P. Leist, PhD, MT-BC; Alexa Dorris St. Jo h n s – 3r d Fl o o r Presider: Cathy H. McKinney, PhD, LCAT, MT-BC Presenters: Lucanne Magill, DA, LCAT, MTA, MT-BC; Do you need musical ideas for music-assisted Theresa Merrill, PhD, MT-BC relaxation? This session will examine when and how to Music therapists are called to maintain cultural use live or recorded music for three types of music- competence for work in today’s multicultural societies. assisted relaxation. Participants will synthesize the In crossing seas and relocating to work with vulnerable information through analysis of recorded examples and populations, what do we need to practice in a foreign guided practice of live music techniques. Participants country? This panel will explore the scope of overseas are encouraged to bring guitars if possible. Some music therapy work from lived experiences and guitars will be provided. perspectives. Music Makers and Shakers: Neurologic Music Therapy for Gonna Take a Sentimental Journey: Life Review with Parkinson’s Disease Older Adults Ci t y Te r r a c e 12 – 3r d Fl o o r Da y t o n a – 3r d Fl o o r Presenter: Linda Lathroum, PhD, MT-BC Presenters: Kathleen M. Murphy, PhD, LPC, LCAT, MT-BC; Learn about Parkinson’s Disease (PD) from the Melanie Brison; Sara Graham; Tyler Vest “experts,” patients with PD themselves. Experience This session will compare and contrast the use of and practice Neurologic Music Therapy techniques reminiscence and life review when working with older for working with adults with PD. This presentation adults. The theoretical framework underlying use of will include videos of the Park-Optimist Music Makers these methods, sample sessions, and the memory book and Shakers, a music therapy group for patients with that was created within the context of a life review PD. project with older adult clients will be shared. Growing Your Private Practice: A Guide to the Autism Spectrum Disorders: Evidence-based Strategies Back-End of Hiring a Music Therapist Ci t y Te r r a c e 5 – 3r d Fl o o r Transposed to Music Therapy Sessions Presenter: Meryl Brown, MM, DT, MT-BC Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 7 – 2n d Fl o o r Presenter: Elizabeth Francoeur, MM, MS, MTA, MT-BC Employee handbooks, payroll, and subcontractor This presentation will provide a brief review of the agreements: This is just a snapshot of the “back-end” DSM-5 diagnosis criteria for ASD and describe when hiring employees and subcontractors to help your how to integrate evidence-based strategies (e.g. business grow. This presentation will give you helpful ABA, TEACCH, and PECS) into structured music tips that make hiring individuals easy and organized therapy sessions for clients with ASD. In addition, while keeping you actively providing services and not presenters will discuss clinical implications and provide bogged down by paperwork! hands-on activities and take-home visual aids for participants.

Information subject to change Saturday page 55 page 56 Information subject to change Conference Schedule Supervision for Supervisors using Psychodrama Techniques right corporate, business and non-profit partners. Metrics and tactics for communicating results will and Improvisation Experiences be presented. Sponsored by Remo, Inc. Ci t y Te r r a c e 8 – 3r d Fl o o r Presenters: Darlene Brooks, PhD, LPC, MT-BC; Lillian Eyre, 1:30 – 3:30 pm PhD, LPC, MT-BC This workshop will provide a forum for clinical supervisors Membership Committee to address the challenges they face with supervisees, Ho s p i t a l i t y Su i t e 4108 – 4t h Fl o o r including clinical preparedness, relationships with clients, and defenses that are impediments to 1:30 – 5:15 pm learning. Strategies are shared and new ways of looking at these challenges will be presented through Education and Training Advisory Board psychodrama techniques and improvisation. Ho s p i t a l i t y Su i t e 4106 – 4t h Fl o o r Medical-GIM (MED-GIM), Adaptation of the Bonny Method. Experiencing Clinical Applications of Music and Imagery in a Medical Setting Ci t y Te r r a c e 11 – 3r d Fl o o r Presenter: Maria Montserrat Gimeno, EdD, MT-BC Presider: Dorian Campbell, MS, MT-BC MED-GIM is an adaptation of The Bonny Method of Guided Imagery and Music. This workshop will provide participants an opportunity to experience bedside music therapy interventions based on the use of 3:45 – 5:15 pm patients’ own experiences of relaxation. The workshop will include a didactic component to better understand Be Safe, Be Informed: Preparing For and Responding to how to develop inductions. Natural Disaster Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n s 4 & 5 – 2n d Fl o o r Improvisation is Not Just about Jazz: Using Expressive Presenters: Barbara Else, MPA, LCAT, MT-BC; Blythe Arts in Music Therapy LaGasse, PhD, MT-BC Ci t y Te r r a c e 4 – 3r d Fl o o r Although we can’t control natural disasters, we can Presenter: Karen Estrella, PhD, ATR-BC, MT-BC prepare our families and business. In this session we will discuss disaster preparation and resources Does your client ever want to draw or dance? Write available whenever disaster may strike. We will a poem or tell a story? Are you ever tempted to also discuss the role of music therapy in disaster use the other arts? This workshop will explore the response. integration of expressive arts in music therapy. We will discuss brainstorming, improvising, implementing, Educators Roundtable: Undergraduate Students and evaluating the use of other arts. Experiencing Music Therapy as Clients: A Learning/ The Art of Building Strategic Community Relationships via Support Group Model Ri v e r Te r r a c e 3 – 3r d Fl o o r Music Therapy Outreach Presenters: James Hiller, PhD, MT-BC; Susan Gardstrom, PhD, Ci t y Te r r a c e 10 – 3r d Fl o o r Presenter: Frank Thompson MT-BC; Nancy Jackson, PhD, MT-BC The Presenter, as founder of AZ Rhythm Connection, Experiential learning in undergraduate music therapy has partnered with music therapists for many education has recently received well-deserved attention years. He will share some of the basic tactics and in the literature. Should undergraduate music therapy strategies needed to build a defined community students undergo their own music psychotherapeutic based partnership program with music therapy and process during their education? Attend this session therapists. Learn insights on defining the purpose to learn about a useful experiential model, hear others’ and scope of the program and how to choose the views, and share your opinions/experiences.

Information subject to change Saturday page 57 Conference Schedule Profile of Music Programs at Residential Schools for Blind Journey to MT-BC: Creating a Roadmap to Success and Visually Impaired Students Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 3 – 2n d Fl o o r Ri v e r Te r r a c e 2 – 3r d Fl o o r Presenters: Kyle Fleming, MT-BC; Daniel Goldschmidt, MT-BC; Presenters: Edward P. Kahler, PhD, MT-BC; Della Molloy- Katie Fitch, MT-BC Daugherty, MME, MT-BC; Jeremy Coleman, MT-BC For students and interns only! The presenters will lead Since 1832, music programs have been historical pillars conversations about upcoming milestones on the path in our nation’s residential schools for students with to becoming an MT-BC. Attendees will be involved in blindness or visual impairment. This session reports group discussions and be introduced to a variety of survey findings of these current programs and shares resources to aid in their career development. an updated profile of the offerings of music education/ music therapy services at these schools. What are you WORTH? Defining YOUR Place in the Marketplace Shelter for the Homeless: Music Engagement and Therapy Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 6 – 2n d Fl o o r Practice in a Homeless Shelter Presenter: Tim Ringgold, MT-BC Cl e a r w a t e r – 3r d Fl o o r You have their interest, and then they ask you, “How Presenters: Alice-Ann Darrow, PhD, MT-BC; Addison Lucas; much do you charge?” Are you confident about Carlos Silva your answer? Come dig in to a thought provoking, Music therapy can be structured to help individuals transformational conversation about price, value, and develop many of the skills and networks necessary “the S word” that will leave you EMPOWERED when it’s to transition out of homelessness. This session will time to negotiate your fee! provide an overview and video footage of the musical services at a homeless shelter in Leon County, Sociological Theories of Aging: Applications to Florida. Music Therapy Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 7 – 2n d Fl o o r Burn, Baby, Burn: Addressing Burnout and Need for Presenter: Nicki S. Cohen, PhD, MT-BC Self-Care Among Music Therapists Focus on nine sociological theories of aging not Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 1 – 2n d Fl o o r previously emphasized in music therapy literature. Presenters: Alissa Carver, MS, MA, LPC, MT-BC; Amanda Included will be music therapy applications for selected Sehr, MS, MA, LPC, MT-BC theories of aging, and assessment, strategies, and Are you concerned that you or a colleague may be considerations for music therapy practice when experiencing burnout, but you are not sure how to working in alignment with selected theories of aging. attend to this issue? This presentation will discuss Facilitating Music Therapy Research in the Surgical Arena the stages of burnout, administer self-assessments Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 8 – 2n d Fl o o r for burnout, promote the need for self-care, and Presenters: Deforia Lane, PhD, MT-BC; Jaclyn Bradley Palmer, provide experiential examples of self-care. MT-BC #HowToBeAnAwesomeMTOnline Presider: Christine Young, MT-BC Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 2 – 2n d Fl o o r Music therapy can play a crucial role in the surgical Presenters: JoAnn Jordan, MT-BC; Kat Fulton, MM, MT-BC; arena and there are benefits and challenges to Megan Resig, LCAT, MT-BC; Michelle Erfurt, MT-BC; Rachel orchestrating perioperative music therapy research. Rambach, MM, MT-BC; Rachel See, MA, MT-BC; Sarah Learn about a current research study and gain Sendlbeck, MT-BC knowledge on developing, conducting, and collaborating on research in the operating arena. This exciting panel will highlight the variety of ways music therapists utilize online tools and applications Journeying with Our Coworkers: An Expanding Role for to enhance their professional practice and provide a thoughtful discussion on how these tools are changing Music Therapy in Comprehensive Pediatric Palliative Care the professional landscape of music therapy. St. Jo h n s – 3r d Fl o o r Presenters: Kristen O’Grady, MA, LCAT, MT-BC; Claire Ghetti, PhD, CCLS, LCAT, MT-BC Effective palliative/end-of-life care should meet the needs of affected staff members, in addition page 58 Saturday Information subject to change Conference Schedule to the client and family members. This session will the work of the Subcommittee will be given. Topics to illustrate an interdisciplinary approach to palliative/ be presented may include: the parameters guiding our end-of-life care for medically-fragile children, which work, what has been learned about the move to the has successfully addressed the needs of clients and post-baccalaureate or baccalaureate entry level by staff alike. other allied health professions, and our examination of various educational models. The Reentry Experiences of International Music Therapy Professionals from the Asia Pacific Rim Area Guitar Skills for Entry-Level Music Therapists: What’s Da y t o n a – 3r d Fl o o r Taught and What’s Not Presenter: Hiu Ying Angel Leung, MM, MT-BC Ci t y Te r r a c e 6 – 3r d Fl o o r The purpose of this session is to understand the Presenter: Matthew Logan, MA, MT-BC reentry experience of U.S.-trained international music This presentation will report survey results which therapy professionals when they return to the Asia identify the guitar skills that receive the most Pacific Rim Area. The application of music therapy emphasis in academic instruction programs, as knowledge and skills learned in the U.S. to professional well the skills deemed most important by internship practice in the home cultural environment will also be directors. Conclusions will be drawn, and instructional discussed. and curricular recommendations will be provided. Sing Me Home: The Use of Songwriting at the Music Therapy for Music Therapists in Training: A End of Life Nordoff-Robbins Perspective Ci t y Te r r a c e 7 – 3r d Fl o o r Ci t y Te r r a c e 5 – 3r d Fl o o r Presenter: Rebecca Findley, MM, MT-BC Presenter: Suzanne Sorel, DA, LCAT, MT-BC Songwriting can be a valuable tool, but sometimes it Nordoff-Robbins therapy does not require trainees can be hard to know where to begin, especially with to undergo therapy themselves. Why is this so? This terminal patients. The presenter will share her own presentation will explore the evolution of the model experiences with songwriting, as well as examples of in the US, Korea, and the UK, describe elements of songs written by hospice patients. “musicing” and its function, and present a case for inclusion of self-experience in the model. The Impact of Music Therapy on Psychological and Physiological Outcomes in Cancer Patients Listen to the Music: The Biographies of Adolescents with Ci t y Te r r a c e 9 – 3r d Fl o o r Foster Care Experience Presenters: Joke Bradt, PhD, MT-BC; Amy Kesslick, MT-BC Ci t y Te r r a c e 8 – 3r d Fl o o r This session will present the results of a mixed Presenter: Michael L. Zanders, PhD, LPC, MT-BC methods research study that compared the impact This presentation will examine the music experiences of active music therapy interventions with listening of adolescents with foster care experience, and the to pre-recorded music on cancer patients’ anxiety, meaning they give to those experiences. A particular mood, relaxation, and pain. Qualitative data enhanced focus will be placed on how foster care adolescents use understanding of the participants’ experiences of music, which will hopefully enhance our understanding barriers and facilitators of treatment benefits. of how music relates to their personal biographies. The 2013 Update by the Master’s Level Entry (MLE) Infant-Directed Singing and Self-Regulation in Infants with Subcommittee Down Syndrome Ci t y Te r r a c e 4 – 3r d Fl o o r Ci t y Te r r a c e 10 – 3r d Fl o o r Presenters: AMTA MLE Subcommittee: Cynthia Briggs, PsyD, Presenter: Shannon K. de l’Etoile, PhD, MT-BC MT-BC; Ronna Kaplan, MA, MT-BC; Amy Furman, MM, Mothers sing to infants to match or alter infant state, MT-BC; Angie Snell, MS, MT-BC; Christine Neugebauer, MS, thus helping infants acquire self-regulation needed LPC, MT-BC; Jane Creagan, MME, MT-BC; Jim Borling, for cognitive and social development. Mother-infant MM, MT-BC; Marcus Hughes; Mary Ellen Wylie, PhD, MT-BC; interaction may be altered when infants have Down Bryan Hunter, PhD, MT-BC Syndrome, thus limiting self-regulation. This session The focus of the investigations of the MLE Subcommittee will describe research involving infants with DS and since the fall of 2012 will be reviewed and updates on provide clinical recommendations. Information subject to change Saturday page 59 Conference Schedule The Rhythm of Life: Using the Breath in Music Therapy 2. The Impact of Study Abroad Program in Music Therapy on Ci t y Te r r a c e 11 – 3r d Fl o o r Intercultural Growth Presenters: Suzanne B. Hanser, EdD, MT-BC; Heather Smist, Soo-jin Kwoun, PhD, MT-BC, Maryville University of St. Louis MT-BC The purpose of this qualitative action research was to Presider: Donna Chadwick, MS, LMHC, MT-BC explore American music therapy students’ perception This experiential session will introduce techniques of a faculty guided short-term study abroad and its involving the breath, emphasizing the ancient implications to music therapy education in cultivating beginnings of the use of breath in yogic practices. cultural competence among music therapy students. This presentation will also cover contemporary theory Participants were music therapy students enrolled in and research regarding the parasympathetic nervous the Study Abroad: Korea and Japan program during system. A music therapy approach to childbirth will the summer semester of 2010. The results suggest inform both self-care and clinical practice. that short-term study had a positive influence on the music therapy students’ intercultural and personal Students and Interns with Severe Competency Problems: development as the students demonstrated their Remedies and Best Practice growth in cultural sensitivity as well as in willingness Ci t y Te r r a c e 12 – 3r d Fl o o r for introspection. Presenters: Feilin Hsiao, PhD, MT-BC; Dawn McDougal Miller, 3. Sing and Read It! Engagement and Early Literature through MME, MT-BC Music This presentation will address issues regarding Vaiouli Potheini, MT-BC; Kharon Grimmet; Indiana University, identification and remediation of students and interns Bloomington, IN who have difficulty acquiring the entry-level clinical Music embedded in early childhood programs is a skills. Practical suggestions will be discussed from promising method for supporting both engagement both education and internship perspectives. Examples and early literacy skills for all learners. The purpose of of case scenarios will be shared to illustrate the use this study was to explore the effects of the intentional of these suggestions. use of music as a tool to promote engagement and early literacy development of young children attending Research Poster Oral Presentations a Head Start program in a Midwest state. By focusing Ri v e r Te r r a c e 3 – 3r d Fl o o r on the use of music in Head Start programs this study 1. The Effects of a Media-Based Versus Live Song Lyric Analysis contributes to the current body of knowledge focused (SLA) Life Review on Levels of Therapeutic Exploration and Musical on closing the educational achievement gap between Participation of Individuals with Dementia children from low-income and middle-income families. Indra Selvarajah, PhD, MT-BC, Florida State University, 4. Factors Related to Audience Participants’ Assessment of University Putra of Malaysia Intergenerational Concert Literature This randomized controlled trial investigated the Natalie Wlodarczyk, PhD, MT-BC; Drury University, Springfield, effects of 2 music stimulus conditions (an iPad-based MO life review SLA intervention, and a “live” music therapy Intergenerational music performances provide life review SLA intervention) on depth of therapeutic systematic and purposeful interactions between older exploration and level of musical participation. and younger generations. The purpose of this study Participants included elderly dementia patients from was to determine salient factors related to audience a small Southeastern retirement community in the participants’ assessment of intergenerational United States. The results of this study provide music concert literature. Results have implications for therapists’ who work with individuals with dementia intergenerational programming, and for determining with a structured and validated music counseling appropriate therapeutic interventions for multi-age life review tool (presented via a media-based and a groups. conventional “live” music format) to enhance clinical effectiveness.

page 60 Saturday Information subject to change Information subject to change page 61 page 62 Information subject to change Conference Schedule 5:30 – 6:30 pm initial submissions, reviewer guidelines/criteria, and how to respond to reviewer comments. AMTA Business Meeting Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n s 4 & 5 – 2n d Fl o o r Active Learning in the University Classroom Ri v e r Te r r a c e 1 – 3r d Fl o o r AMTAS Business Meeting Presenters: Anita L. Gadberry, PhD, MT-BC; David L. Ri v e r Te r r a c e 3 – 3r d Fl o o r Gadberry, PhD University classrooms are filled with various types 6:30 – 8:00 pm and ages of learners. How does one address multiple State Task Force Reception needs at once while keeping standards high and Ci t y Te r r a c e 6 – 3r d Fl o o r learning rich? This discussion will reflect on process education, flipped classrooms, and universal design 8:00 – 9:15 pm for optimal learning. Chant Circle A Content Analysis of the Use of Music in Pain Research Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 6 – 2n d Fl o o r Across Healthcare Disciplines Ri v e r Te r r a c e 2 – 3r d Fl o o r 8:00 – 9:30 pm Presenter: Xueli Tan, MM, MT-BC Illinois Music Therapists’ Networking Event This analysis explores the research efforts of music therapists and other healthcare professionals in Ci t y Te r r a c e 6 – 3r d Fl o o r their use of music for pain management. Results 9:30 pm – 12:30 am from an analysis of nursing, medical, neuroscience, music therapy, and music psychology journals will Cabaret highlight the most salient features in theoretical Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 8 – 2n d Fl o o r and methodological orientations from the different perspectives. Su n d a y , No v e m b e r 24 Creativity, Ecology and the Mind: An Integrative 6:30 – 8:30 am Theoretical Model of Music Therapy in End-of-Life Care Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 1 – 2n d Fl o o r Cash Breakfast Presenter: Noah Potvin, MMT, MT-BC Ba l l r o o m Fo y e r – 2n d Fl o o r As music therapy in end-of-life care continues to develop, theory becomes increasingly important for 7:00 – 8:00 am (a) informing practice and research and (b) providing Assembly of Delegates Elect a conceptual vehicle to generalize research outcomes Ri v e r Te r r a c e 2 into clinical practice. This proposed theoretical model integrates concepts drawn from music-centered 7:00 am – 2:00 pm theory, Theory of Mind, the mirror neuron system and ecological systems in striving to meet these emergent Registration Open challenges. Or l a n d o Fo y e r – 3r d Fl o o r Maximizing Your Career: Taking Steps to Reach Your 8:00 – 9:00 am Dream Job Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 2 – 2n d Fl o o r JMT & MTP: Managing the Review Process Presenter: Tracy Kiel Bowdish, MM, MT-BC Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n s 4 & 5 – 2n d Fl o o r Presenters: Sheri Robb, PhD, MT-BC; Anthony Meadows, PhD, Many people do not have the luxury of obtaining their “dream jobs” immediately following graduation. MT-BC Maximize your experience in your current job, even if Editors provide a review process overview using you think it is completely unrelated to your ideal job. examples from the vantage point of editor, reviewer, You may be developing the exact skills you need for and author. Content includes what editors look for in your future career.

Information subject to change Saturday/Sunday page 63 page 64 Information subject to change Conference Schedule Sequential Transformative Mixed Methods Research: Technology Tips, Techniques and Tools for your Music Applications for Clinical Music Therapy Research Therapy Practice Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 6 – 2n d Fl o o r Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 7 – 2n d Fl o o r Presenter: Melody Schwantes, PhD, MT-BC Presenters: Julie Guy, MM, MT-BC, Lori Frazer, Yamaha Music This presentation will describe the use of the sequential and Wellness Institute National Consultant transformative mixed methods design in clinical music Technological developments with keyboards and iPad therapy research. This design is particularly useful provide new fun tools for the music therapist working in our field as it allows for participant voice and with people with autism, dementia, special needs and decision making, while providing empirical results. more. Join us for demonstration, practical application, Limitations and challenges of mixing paradigms will and videos. Sponsored by Yamaha Music and Wellness be discussed. Institute. Why and How to use Rap, Punk, and Heavy Metal in Music’s Potential to Alleviate Tic Symptoms in Persons Clinical Settings Living with Tourette Syndrome: A Personal Account Da y t o n a – 3r d Fl o o r Ci t y Te r r a c e 7 – 3r d Fl o o r Presenters: Audrey Hausig, MMT, MT-BC; Chris Pires BA Presenters: Minda Gordon, MM, MT-BC; Matt Giordano; Dave This session will describe the benefits of using Pittman; Tracy Richardson, PhD, MT-BC subculture genres such as rap, punk, and heavy metal Many musicians living with Tourette Syndrome believe in clinical settings. The presenters will provide an that they are “wired for music.” Anecdotal evidence overview of the genres and demonstrate these styles. provided by many musicians suggests that tics can Participants will have opportunities for music making dissipate when they are “in the zone” actively making and discussion about using these genres in clinical music. This session will provide an overview of Tourette settings. Syndrome and explore the effects of active music making on tic symptoms. Matt Giordano, professional drummer and author of A Family’s Quest For Rhythm: Living with Tourette, ADD, OCD and Challenging Behaviors, and professional singer and songwriter and American Idol season 9 contestant Dave Pittman, will share their personal stories of music’s positive impact on their symptoms of Tourette Syndrome. An Music Therapy Theory and Philosophy Jam overview of Tourette Syndrome and implications for Ballroom Section 8 – 2nd Floor music therapy interventions for people living with TS Presenter: Barbara J. Crowe, MMT, MT-BC will be discussed. Presider: Scott Tonkinson, Music Therapy Student This session will provide an open-ended, interactive Music Therapy Internship Application and Job exploration and discussion of music therapy theory Seeking Pointers and philosophy. Ci t y Te r r a c e 9 – 3r d Fl o o r Presenters: Andrea Crimmins, PhD, MT-BC; Cindy Ropp, EdD, The TaKeTiNa Process – A Multi-Faceted MT-BC Rhythm Therapy Applying for an internship or a first job can be an St. Jo h n s – 3r d Fl o o r uncertain and overwhelming experience. This session Presenter: Michael Kenny, MMT, MT-BC will give new professionals the information needed to TaKeTiNa is a group process of bringing rhythm to the better navigate the job seeking process. Topics such body through gentle rhythmic movement. Benefits as resume development, interviewing skills, music include body-brain synchronization, simultaneous audition and clinical demonstration preparation will be awareness, internalization of poly-rhythms, and presented in an informative and experiential style. rhythmic stability. Participants embody one rhythmic layer in the feet, another in the hands, and engage in call and response singing.

Information subject to change Sunday page 65 Conference Schedule Extending the Bridge: A Music Therapy Alzheimer’s Giving Practitioners a Voice: Outcomes of the National Project, Year Two Survey Study on ASD Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 3 – 2n d Fl o o r Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 1 – 2n d Fl o o r Presenters: Betsey King, PhD, LCAT, MT-BC; Laurie Keough, Presenters: Petra Kern, PhD, MT-DMtG, MTA, MT-BC,; MSEd, LCAT, MT-BC Nicole Rivera, EdD, MT-BC; Alie Chandler, MM, MT-BC; A clinical demonstration project of evidence-based Marcia Humpal, MEd, MT-BC music therapy for persons with Alzheimer’s and This presentation will report the outcomes of the dementia has continued into its second year. This recent survey study, conducted in collaboration presentation will review the original clinical results and with AMTA’s Strategic Priority on ASD Workgroup, how the principles of that project have been applied pertaining to current music therapy practices and in a medical day treatment center and a long-term trends in working with individuals diagnosed with ASD. residential care facility. Learn about the facts and proposed actions from the investigators, and share your ideas. Gender -Technology Relations in Music Technology and Music Therapy Music Therapy with Guatemalans at Risk for Sex and Ci t y Te r r a c e 4 – 3r d Fl o o r Drug Trafficking Presenter: Wendy Magee, PhD, MT-BC Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 7 – 2n d Fl o o r Evidence suggests that the use of electronic music Presenter: Ashley Hall, MT-BC technologies in music therapy is influenced by the Presider: Hakeem Leonard, MM, MT-BC gender of the therapist. We examine the relationships This presentation will describe a music therapy session between gender, music technology, music education conducted in Guatemala, serving formerly homeless and music therapy to propose recommendations for and impoverished individuals who came to live in a music therapy pedagogy and practice considering half-way house. The majority of these individuals client and therapist gender. are formerly prostituted persons and drug carriers and are at high risk of being forced into sex or drug 9:15 – 10:15 am trafficking. Becoming a CBMT Approved Provider: Living Life at the End of Life through Creative Benefits and Protocol Music Therapy Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n s 4 & 5 – 2n d Fl o o r Ri v e r Te r r a c e 2 – 3r d Fl o o r Presenter: Deanna Hanson-Abromeit, PhD, MT-BC Presenter: Jillian Argue, MMT, MT-BC More than 90% of certificants choose the continuing Creative Music Therapy can be uniquely effective in education option to maintain their board certification. meeting the needs of hospice patients and their Many of the credits they claim are awarded by families. Relevant literature and case examples will CBMT Approved Providers. This session will provide be examined to demonstrate how improvisation can participants with the benefits and necessary protocol play an integral role in end-of-life care. Suggestions to become an Approved Provider for Continuing Music for incorporating this approach will also be offered. Therapy Education (CMTE) credits. Involving Senior Citizens in Group Music Therapy Tales of an Accidental Politician: Music Therapy Advocacy Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 2 – 2n d Fl o o r and Elected Office Presenter: Joseph Pinson, MA, MT-BC Ci t y Te r r a c e 4 – 3r d Fl o o r In this session the presenter will demonstrate Presenter: Meganne K. Masko, MA, MT-BC/L strategies aimed at involving senior citizens more Advocacy in the United States takes many forms, fully in group music therapy. Activities will include including election to public office. There are, however, singing, playing hand-held instruments, and cognitive legal ramifications related to advocacy as an elected exercises that help make senior citizens more aware official. This session explores the impact of holding of their peers and their surroundings. public office on the advocacy efforts of music therapists.

page 66 Sunday Information subject to change Conference Schedule Visual Journaling: Healing Grief through Music and Art Music Therapy: Breaking the Cycle of Pain Ci t y Te r r a c e 5 – 3r d Fl o o r Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 8 – 2n d Fl o o r Presenter: Chelsea Johnson, MS, LMT, MT-BC Presenter: Joy Allen, PhD, MT-BC Presider: Alyssa Cadwalader, MA, MT-BC When pain becomes a part of everyday life, patients’ Visual journaling utilizes art, with the setting of quality of life can be severely diminished. This intentions, to access one’s “soul voice.” When coupled presentation will introduce participants to music with music, the healing potential is significant. This therapy strategies for assessing and treating chronic session will discuss visual journaling and music pain. Emphasis will be placed on advanced music therapy in griefwork. Case examples will be shared therapy techniques used to address the physiological and participants will experience the visual journaling and psychological cycle of pain. process. Talking the Talk: Networking and Music Therapy St. Jo h n s – 3r d Fl o o r Presenter: Bree Beynon, MT-BC This presentation will explore the benefits of networking and public relations in the field of music therapy. The music therapy profession is growing because of word of mouth, media reports, and positive testimonials. This presentation will introduce the benefits of networking, provide helpful tips, and give examples of networking opportunities.

9:15 – 11:15 am Transitional Palliative Care Improvisation Interventions for Clients Who Are Actively Dying Music Therapy in Residential Alcohol and Drug City Terrace 7 – 3rd Floor Rehabilitation Treatment: Interventions and Applications Presenter: Andy Edmundson, MM, LCAT, MT-BC Ci t y Te r r a c e 11 – 3r d Fl o o r Many music therapy interventions are applicable for Presenter: Mallory Even, MT-BC; Sarah Seo, MT-BC clients receiving palliative care. This presentation, in This presentation will address contract guidelines workshop format, will demonstrate vocal and guitar between a private practice and a residential drug improvisation techniques to enhance comfort and & alcohol rehabilitation facility. The presenters will transitional release during the actual “actively” discuss comorbidity between psychiatric diagnoses dying process. Participants are encouraged to bring and addictive diseases, provide interactive examples guitars. of interventions used at the facility, and facilitate discussion related to transferring concepts learned One Love: Cross-Cultural Music Therapy Experiences into participants’ own practice. in Jamaica Ci t y Te r r a c e 8 – 3r d Fl o o r Not a Question of Quantitative vs. Qualitative: Presenters: Katie Myers, MM, MT-BC; Elaine Vuong, MM, Understanding the Relevance of Epistemology in Music MT-BC Therapy Research The presenters will give an introduction to the Jamaica Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 3 – 2n d Fl o o r Field Service Project (JAFSP) and share clinical video Presenters: Claire M. Ghetti, PhD, CCLS, LCAT, MT-BC; clips. Music therapists who attended the JAFSP Bill Matney, MA, MT-BC May 2010 trip will share cultural information about The purpose of this session is to clarify the concepts Jamaica, their clinical experiences, and cross-cultural of epistemology, theoretical orientation, methodology, experiences in music therapy. Participants will and methods as they relate to music therapy research. experience drumming and Jamaican music. Participants will gain a broader understanding of the 9:45 – 11:30 am foundations of research inquiry and understand implications for designing and teaching research. AMTA Board of Directors Ho s p i t a l i t y Su i t e 4106 – 4t h Fl o o r

Information subject to change Sunday page 67 Conference Schedule 10:30 – 11:30 am Sprouting Melodies®: An Early Childhood Music Program ion. Designed Especially for Music Therapists profess Invest i Research Committee Presents: Mixed Methods Designs to our n yo Ri v e r Te r r a c e 1– 3r d Fl o o r n y ur Enhance Psychiatric Music Therapy Clinician Practice t i fu Presenters: Elizabeth K. Schwartz, MA, LCAT, MT-BC; es tu Ri v e r Te r r a c e 3 – 3r d Fl o o r v re Meredith R. Pizzi, MT-BC In . Presenter: Michael Silverman, PhD, MT-BC As music therapists, we offer a unique resource Mixed methods designs can provide a more holistic to families with young children. Learn more about conceptualization of variables under empirical Sprouting Melodies, the early childhood music classes investigation. The presenter will briefly summarize led by music therapists that focus on healthy overall a line of psychiatric music therapy research and growth and development of young children. introduce mixed methods designs to stimulate future investigations to add breadth and depth to literature Drumming as Therapy and Drumming in Therapy base and augment clinical practice. Da y t o n a – 3r d Fl o o r Presenters: Hakeem Leonard, MM, MT-BC; James E. Riley, But I’m Not a Professional… E-Professionalism for MM, MT-BC; Ashley Gibson Hall, MT-BC; Ruth Smith; Ashley Students Townsend Ri v e r Te r r a c e 2 – 3r d Fl o o r This presentation will show a range of drumming Presenter: Debbie Bates, MMT, MT-BC approaches, activities, and interventions using Beco ay! Students’ social media use may have lingering effects authentic rhythmic, cultural, and narrative elements of me an AMTA Member Tod on future professional aspirations. It is important West African drumming. These drumming approaches for students to develop ethical thinking skills around can be used to facilitate feelings of mastery, social social media as they develop into young professionals. cohesion, and cognitive reframing in group music This presentation will explore e-professionalism, therapy sessions. ethical issues related to social media, and provide suggestions for ethical navigation. What Music Therapists Need to Know About Creativity Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 1 – 2n d Fl o o r Music and Imagery: A Clinical Method for Self-Reflection Presenter: Paul Nolan, MCAT, LPC, MT-BC Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 2 – 2n d Fl o o r Creativity is an omnipresent component of music Presenter: Elaine A. Abbott, PhD, MT-BC therapy as a resource, process, and a goal. Very Presider: Dawn McDougal Miller, MME, MT-BC little literature exists in our field about creativity. Music and imagery (MI), an adaptation of Bonny This session will use lecture, discussion, and music Method GIM, can be used to engage clients in self- experiences to address why creativity is important in reflection. In this presentation, two different MI therapy and health, neurological processes, stages, methods will be explained through sessions with well- blocks, and enhancements. adult clients. Come learn what happens in sessions and how music and session structure are used to Cantemos en Español: Building Your Repertoire for focus self-reflection. Spanish-Speaking Children and Elderly Adults Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 2– 2n d Fl o o r Roundtable for Educators and Internship Directors/ Presenters: Linda Lathroum, PhD, MT-BC; Marlen Rodriguez- Supervisors: Continuing Collaboration and Dialogue Wolfe, MT-BC Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 6 – 2n d Fl o o r With the growing Hispanic population in the U.S., Presenters: Kamile Geist, MA, MT-BC; Mary Jane Landaker, music therapists must build their repertoire to suit MME, MT-BC; Karen E. Miller, MM, MT-BC musical preferences of their Spanish-speaking clients. The purpose of this roundtable is for educators and Attendees will practice basic Spanish phrases, learn internship directors/supervisors to have dialogue and staples of Hispanic music, and apply songs/phrases collaborate on issues related to the AMTA “Standards clinically. Attendees will also receive a digital songbook for Education and Clinical Training”. Various issues containing the songs from the presentation. will be highlighted for group discussion, focusing on how academic and internship sites work together to develop student competencies. page 68 Sunday Information subject to change Conference Schedule SensoryFriendly ConcertsTM, An Opportunity to Celebrate ion. profess Invest i Neurodiversity through Community Music Therapy our n yo n y ur Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n 7 – 2n d Fl o o r t i fu es tu Presenters: Christy Joy (“CJ”) Shiloh, MT-BC; Laura-Sun v re In . Cefaratti Presider: Becky Wellman, PhD, DT, MT-BC SensoryFriendly Concerts™ are facilitated by board certified music therapists and celebrate the Neurodiversity Movement by providing “equal access to the fine arts” for people with ASD. Music therapy goals can become fully realized and celebrated by clients, families, and friends, while participating in this new Community Music Therapy event. 11:45 am – 12:45 pm 2013 Conference Closing Session Ba l l r o o m Se c t i o n s 4 &5–2n d Fl o o r B ! ecome an AMTA Member Today Join us at our conference wrap up, featuring the music of former “American Idol” contestant Dave Pittman. www.musictherapy.org Sponsored by CARF – Aspire to Excellence.

Information subject to change page 69 page 70 Information subject to change Clinical Practice Forum Friday, November 22, 2013, 4:45 – 6:00 pm in the River Terrace 1 - 3rd Floor njoy a lively, exciting, thought-provoking and informative opportunity to interact with presenters Eas they disseminate materials and ideas to a large number of conference attendees. The Clinical Practice Forum is a poster session which focuses directly on the practice of music therapy and provides an opportunity to network and learn. Participating posters are listed below as submitted.

Shake, Rattle, and Roll! Music Therapy to Treat Country Roads: Music Therapy in Rural Areas Agitation in Hospice Presenter: Susan Droessler, MT-BC Presenters: Alyssa Cadwalader, MA, MT-BC; Shashanna Orellano, MM, MT-BC Understanding Assessment: One Music Therapist’s Unique Approach to Effectively Measuring Functional Investigating the Function of Music in Music Therapy: Skills A 21st Century Take on Merriam Presenter: Natasha Thomas, MS, MT-BC Presenters: Sarah E. Pitts, MA, MT-BC; Kirsten E. Meyer, MA, MT-BC Vocal Improvisation Skills for Music Therapists Presenter: Lynn Miller, MA, CMT Applying the 12-steps to Self-Care and Burnout Prevention Family Music Therapy for Young Children: Theory and Presenter: Jan Schreibman, MM, CCLS, MT-BC Practice Presenter: Carol Ann Blank, MMT, MT-BC Aesthetic Theory with End-of-Life Music Therapy Presenters: Lauren DiMaio, MMT, MT-BC; Lyla Yaner Music and Movement: Supporting Preschoolers with MT-BC Special Needs Presenter: Carol Ann Blank, MMT, MT-BC Standing Out from the Crowd: Differentiating between Related Therapeutic Professions MTBO Focus: Building Collaborative Partnerships for Presenter: Danielle Levine Porter, MM, MT-BC a Successful Music Therapy Business Presenter: Meredith R. Pizzi, MT-BC Chaos to Community: Managing Behaviors in Children’s Music Therapy Groups Voices of the Baltic Sea: Music Therapy Advodkacy @ Presenter: Tracy S. Wanamaker, MSEd, MT-BC Russia Presenter: Dawn Sandel, MAE, MT-BC Music Therapy Assessment Using the IMCAP-ND with Children with Autism Seidman STEPS up to the plate: Meeting the Presenter: Jill Lucente, MS, LCAT, MT-BC Challenges of Sickle Cell Presenters: Kathy Jo Gutgsell, RN, MT-BC; Tara Griest, Chartering the Improvisational Territory: Maps, MT-BC; Sam Rodgers-Melnick Multisensory Theory, Boundaries, and Transitions as Navigation Songwriting in Music Therapy: Get past the I IV V in D Presenter: Rebecca Zarate, PhD, LCAT, MT-BC Presenters: Alyssa Wilkins; Gabriella Hirsch Sail Away from Xanax: Identifying and Transforming Developing the Orff process in One-on-One Adult Themes of Anxiety Oncology or Hospice Settings Presenter: Rebecca Zarate, PhD, LCAT, MT-BC Presenters: Cynthia M Colwell, PhD, MT-BC; Jennifer Fiore, MME, MT-BC Advanced Music Foundations to Improve Clinical Efficacy Music Therapy with Extended Stage Cancer Survivors Presenter: Whitney P. Ostercamp, MA, MT-BC; Neil Presenter: Joy Allen, PhD, MT-BC Ostercamp Music Therapy as an Essential Tool for Self Music for Survival: Evidence Based Treatment Expression in Hospice Options for Individuals with COPD Presenter: Nicole Giacomino, MT-BC Presenter: Leanne Wade, MA, MT-BC The Harmonic Language of the Piano Presenter: Joseph Pinson, MA, MT-BC

Information subject to change page 71 Internship Fair Saturday, November 23, 2013, 9:00 – 10:30 am in the River Terrace 1 - 3rd Floor tudents, come find out about and meet with internship site representatives. Ask questions, Sschedule interviews, and learn about clinical training opportunities available to you! Participating internship sites are listed below as submitted. Hosted by the AMTA Internship Approval Committee, representatives will be on hand to answer questions. Sponsored by AMTAS.

Bethany Children’s Home Institute for Therapy through the Seasons Hospice & Palliative Care Lauren Smith, MA, MT-BC Arts Russell Hilliard, PhD, LCSW, LCAT, Womelsdorf, PA Pan Ho, MT-BC MT-BC Evanston, IL Miami, FL; Baltimore, MD; Advocate Lutheran General Philadelphia, PA; Boston, MA; Hospital Village Hospice Detroit, MI; Ann Arbor, MI; Chicago, Soozie Cotter-Schaufele, MA, Sharla Whitsitt, MME, MT-BC IL; Milwaukee, WI; Phoenix, AZ; Dallas, MT-BC Lee’s Summit, MO TX; Fort Worth, TX; San Diego, CA; Park Ridge, IL Orange, CA; Pasadena, CA; and more Florida Hospital Orlando, Walt locations Southbury Training School Disney Pavilion Julie Andring, MSA, MT-BC Rita “Rich” Abante Moats, MT-BC Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare Southbury, CT Orlando, FL Miriam Hillmer, MME, MT-BC Tallahassee, FL Hospice of Palm Beach County Big Bend Hospice Alyssa Cadwalader, MA, MT-BC Susan Droessler, MT-BC, Sean Harris County Department of West Palm Beach, FL Aultman, MM, MT-BC Education Tallahassee, FL Ann Petty, MT-BC University of Pittsburgh Medical Houston, TX Center Twin Valley Behavioral Healthcare Deborah Benkovitz, LSW, MSW, Lindsey Holmes, MT-BC, Katy Park Nicollet Health Services MT-BC, Capestrani, MT-BC Dawn McDougal Miller, MME, MT-BC Pittsburgh, PA Columbus, OH Minneapolis, MN Arts & Services for Disabled, Inc. VITAS Innovative Hospice Care Orchard Manor Helen Dolas, MS, MT-BC Thomas A. Dalton, LMHC, MT-BC Elisabeth Swanson, MMT, MT-BC Long Beach, CA Fort Lauderdale, FL Lancaster, WI New Avenues to Independence, Inc. Lakemary Center, Inc. University of Utah Deborah Colvenbach, MT-BC Mary Jane Landaker, MME, MT-BC Neuropsychiatric Institute Cleveland, OH Paola, KS Galena Reiter-Thomson Salt Lake City, UT Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta MusicWorx Inc. Beth Collier, MT-BC Barbara Reuer, PhD, MT-BC Montgomery County Public Schools Atlanta, GA San Diego, CA Julie P. Neal, MS, MT-BC Christiansburg, VA Banner Good Samaritan Medical The Music Therapy Center of Center California Lewisville Independent School Piper Laird-Riehle, MM, MT-BC Julie Guy, MM, MT-BC; Angela Neve, District Phoenix, AZ MT-BC; Maureen Dinsmore, MT-BC Mary Lawrence, MT-BC Mission Valley and Encinitas, CA Lewisville, TX CarePartners Hospice Lauren DiMaio, MMT, MT-BC J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Nationwide Children’s Hospital Ashville, NC Center Alejandra Ferrer, PhD, MT-BC Jessica Hoyle, MMT, MT-BC Columbus, OH Morganton, NC

page 72 Information subject to change Information subject to change page 73 Research Poster Session Saturday, November 23, 1:30 – 3:30 pm in River Terrace 1 - 3rd Floor he Research Poster Session showcases current music therapy research from around the world. Presenters Twill have an exhibition area, and attendees are free to wander about sampling studies of choice with the opportunity for informally meeting the authors and discussing their research with them. Graphs, figures, and tables will be displayed on the poster. Participants are listed below as submitted. The research poster session will also have a slightly updated look in that posters will be grouped together by topic so attendees can find related posters more easily. Poster titles are included in the program in order of presentation as opposed to alphabetical. We are also hoping that individuals with similar research interests will have an opportunity to talk with one another without leaving their poster unattended for an extended period of time. Sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Region of AMTA.

005 Peczeniuk-Hoffman, Suzanna Music Therapy Profession A., Roth, Edward A., Wilson, Brian 001 Aven, Elisa M. L., Smith, David S. Social and economic political Music therapy in the NICU: 010 Tabinowski, Katrina. affiliations of music therapy Intervention and techniques in A survey of current music students and professionals. current practice and a survey therapy practices in pediatric Florida State University of experience and designation hospitals and units. implications. Florida State University 002 Ferrer, Alejandra. Western Michigan University Music therapy profession: 048 Mandel, Susan E., David, Beth Current status, priorities, and 006 Waldon, Eric G. A., & Secic, M. possible future directions. Music therapists’ research Effects of music therapy on The Ohio State University utilization and perceived barriers. patient satisfaction and health- University of the Pacific 003 Geiger, Jennifer1, Creagan, related quality of life of hospital Jane2, Groene, Robert3, King, 007 Devara, Jenna1; Eimicke, inpatients. Betsey4, Murphy, Kathleen5, Joseph2; Teresi, Jeanne2; Reid, M. University of Phoenix Scheve, Andrea6. Carrington2. Data from the AMTA Palliative care physicians’ professional competencies task knowledge, use of and attitudes force: 2013 Review. toward music and music therapy. Autism & Developmental 1Geiger Consulting Music Therapy 1Weill Cornell Medical College, Delays Services, 2American Music 2Hebrew Home at Riverdale Therapy Association, 3University 011 Butler, Sarah G. of Missouri-Kansas City, 008 Sena Moore, Kimberly. The effects of music experiences 4Nazareth College, 5University of An historical overview of emotion embedded with sensory input on Evansville, 6Seasons Hospice theories, current perspectives children with autism during the in neuroscience, and the role of music therapy session. 004 Marvel, Heath. music: Where are we now? Ohio University Nurses’ perception of music University of Missouri – Kansas therapy in an oncology unit: A City 012 Heath, Julia D. mixed methods study, phase one. The effect of presentation University of Minnesota 009 Silverman, Michael J.; Haack, mode and labels on pre-service Brenton; Kimura, Elizabeth; music educators’ perceptions of Lillegard, Emily; Turnbloom, Nora; performance by musicians with Verstegen, Amanda. disabilities. A content analysis of music Florida State University therapy review studies. University of Minnesota page 74 Information subject to change Research Poster Session 013 Karsky, Coral. 019 Schwartzberg, Edward & 025 Mason, Greta & Silverman, The use of music therapy to Silverman, Michael J. Michael J. increase positive behaviors A descriptive analysis of music Immediate effects of single- during physical therapy in therapy songs used for children session music therapy on patients with cerebral palsy. with autism spectrum disorders. affective states in patients on Georgia College and State University of Minnesota a post-surgical oncology unit: A University randomized effectiveness study. 020 Vaiouli, Potheini. University of Minnesota 014 LaGasse, Blythe. Joint attention for toddlers at Music therapy groups for social risk with autism: A family music 026 Melancon, Hannah & skills in children with autism: A therapy intervention. Quattlebaum, Kathryn. pilot study. Indiana University Effect of a 1:1 brief music Center for Biomedical Research therapy intervention on mood, in Music, Colorado State anxiety, pain, and displays of University positive facial affect in oncology Psychiatric Disorders patients. 015 Mori-Inoue, Satoko. William Carey University Promoting music therapy-based 021 Caluda, Monica, & Behrens, early intervention services at Gene Ann. 027 Shafer, Kayla, Silverman, developmental support centers Thematic Guide of Songs for Michael J., Dickson, Elizabeth, & in Japan. Adolescents with Antepartum Penner, Marissa. Child Development Center Depression. Effects of live music in oncology “Kokko” Elizabethtown College waiting rooms: Two mixed- 022 Dachinger, Carolyn. methods pilot studies. 016 Morris, Stephanie H. University of Minnesota Quality of life issues for young Impulsivity and performance adults with developmental on a music-based cognitive 028 Shultis, Carol. disabilities receiving music rehabilitation protocol in persons Effects of music therapy vs. therapy during transition from with alcohol dependence. music medicine on physiological high school to adult life: A University of Miami and psychological parameters phenomenological inquiry. 023 Riley, James E. of intensive care patients: A Ohio University Music therapy teaching for randomized controlled trial. Temple University 017 Pasiali, Varvara1, LaGasse, A. transfer of positive behaviors in Blythe2, Penn, Saundra L1. the psychiatric population. The effect of music therapy on Florida State University attention skills: A pilot study. Rehabilitation 1Queens University of Charlotte, 2Center for Biomedical Research 029 Gadberry, Anita & in Music, Colorado State Cancer/Palliative Care Ramachandra, Vijayachandra. University 024 Fredenburg, Hilary A. & The use of music therapy Silverman, Michael J. for people with aphasia: A 018 Schwartzberg, Edward & Effects of music therapy on preliminary investigation. Silverman, Michael J. positive and negative affect with Marywood University Effects of singing versus reading hospitalized patients recovering a short story on the short- and 030 Hayden, Thomas. from a blood and marrow The effect of choral singing on long-term comprehension of transplant: A randomized children with autism spectrum individuals with Parkinson’s effectiveness study. disease as measured by blood disorders. University of Minnesota University of Minnesota pressure and oxygen saturation. Florida State University

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031 Holsopple, Kate & Behrens, Gene Ann. The use of music therapy to teach conflict transformation skills. Elizabethtown College 032 Molloy-Daugherty, Della. Rhythmic auditory motor entrainment of gait patterns in Music 043 Selvarajah, Indra. adults with blindness or severe Effects of experience on music visual impairment. 038 Groene, Robert. therapists’ categorization of University of Missouri – Kansas A content analysis of country song lyric (SL)s according to City western music 1923-2013. embedded exploration stages. University of Missouri – Kansas Florida State University, 033 Stegemöller, Elizabeth L., City University Putra of Malaysia Troche, Michelle, Sapienze, Christin, Wingate, Judith, Altmann, Lori. 039 Kinser, Gabriel & Murphy, 044 Stevenson, Joshua & Effect of singing treatment on Kathleen M. Behrens, Gene Ann. voice and swallow in Parkinson’s Hip-hop and rap music in music A comparative analysis of disease. therapy: Identifying patterns of older adults’ and adolescents’ University of Florida and barriers to use. rhythmic improvisations. University of Evansville Elizabethtown College 040 Leonard, Hakeem. 045 Wade, Leanne. Education/Curriculum The effect of unaccented, Differences in voice quality of rhythmic accented, and smokers versus non-smokers 034 Gregory, Dianne. word-facilitated accented ages 19-25. Dimensions of empathy presentation on the reproduction University of Kansas expressed in pre-med and music of timing accuracy by musicians therapy majors’ service learning and non-musicians while tapping essays. novel syncopated rhythms. Florida State University Healing Hearts Music Therapy Pediatric 035 Knight, Andrew J. 041 Mungas, Renee & Silverman, 046 Hamm, Ellyn Interprofessional health care and Michael J. Effect of music as reinforcement music therapy education: Two Immediate effects of group- on the feeding outcomes of studies of the RIPLS. based wellness drumming on infants and young children with University of North Dakota affective state in university oral feeding difficulties. Florida State University 036 Madsen, Clifford K. students: A controlled Self-concept relating to music effectiveness study. 047 Hanson-Abromeit, Deanna1 & performance: Music therapists University of Minnesota Robb, Sheri L.2 vs other musicians. 042 Russo, Diandra. A review of supportive care Florida State University A comparison of the effects interventions to manage distress in young children with 037 Rohrbacher, Michael1 & of music improvisation versus active music listening on the cancer and parents. Ackerman, P.2 1 2 frequency of participation of the University of Kansas, Indiana Music and human services: A University pilot course. well elderly during group music. 1Florida Gulf Coast University, Alverno College 2James Madison University page 76 Information subject to change Information subject to change page 77 page 78 Information subject to change Information subject to change page 79 Meeting Schedule

Tu e s d a y , No v e m b e r 19, 2013

4:00 – 9:00 pm------AMTA Board of Directors------Hospitality Suite 4106 – 4th Floor

We d n e s d a y , No v e m b e r 20, 2013

8:00 am – 3:00 pm------AMTA Board of Directors------Hospitality Suite 4106 – 4th Floor 8:00 am – 6:00 pm------Academic Program Approval Committee------Hospitality Suite 4108 – 4th Floor 8:00 am – 6:00 pm------Association Internship Approval Committee------City Terrace 11 – 3rd Floor 1:00 – 5:00 pm------Registration Open------Orlando Foyer – 3rd Floor 2:00 – 6:00 pm------Professional Advocacy Committee------City Terrace 10 – 3rd Floor 3:00 – 4:00 pm----- Joint Academic Program & Assoc. Internship Approval Committees------City Terrace 11 – 3rd Floor 4:00 – 7:00 pm------AMTAS Officers ------City Terrace 8 – 3rd Floor 6:00 – 7:00 pm------Council Coordinators and Committee Chairs------City Terrace 11 – 3rd Floor 7:00 – 9:00 pm------Special Target Populations Committee------Hospitality Suite 4108 – 4th Floor 7:00 – 9:00 pm------Standards of Clinical Practice Committee------Hospitality Suite 4104 – 4th Floor 7:00 – 9:00 pm------Regional Presidents ------City Terrace 10 – 3rd Floor 7:00 – 10:00 pm------AMTAS Board of Directors------City Terrace 8 – 3rd Floor

Th u r s d a y , No v e m b e r 21, 2013

8:00 am – 12:00 pm------Workforce Development and Retention Committee------Hospitality Suite 4104 – 4th Floor 8:00 am – 12:00 pm------AMTA Board of Directors------Hospitality Suite 4106 – 4th Floor 8:00 am – 12:00 pm------Government Relations Committee------City Terrace 5 – 3rd Floor 8:00 am – 12:00 pm------Academic Program Approval Committee------City Terrace 8 – 3rd Floor 8:00 am – 12:00 pm------Technology Committee------City Terrace 11 – 3rd Floor 8:00 am – 12:00 pm------Affiliate Relations Committee------Guest Room 4146 – 4th Floor 8:00 am – 12:00 pm------Standards of Clinical Practice Committee------City Terrace 7 – 3rd Floor 8:00 am – 1:30 pm------Ethics Board Committee------Guest Room 4152 – 4th Floor 8:30 am – 12:30 pm------Professional Advocacy Committee------Guest Room 4148 – 4th Floor 8:30 am – 12:30 pm------Student Affairs Advisory Board (SAAB)------Hospitality Suite 4108 – 4th Floor 9:00 – 11:00 am------International Relations Committee------Guest Room 4156 – 4th Floor 9:00 – 11:30 am------WFMT Council------City Terrace 10 – 3rd Floor 9:00 am – 12:00 pm------Special Target Populations Committee------City Terrace 6 – 3rd Floor 11:00 am – 12:00 pm------Joint: APA, AIAC, & Internat’l Relations Committees------City Terrace 8 – 3rd Floor 12:45 – 2:15 pm------Research Committee------Hospitality Suite 4106 – 4th Floor 1:00 – 2:00 pm------imagine Editorial Team------Hospitality Suite 4108 – 4th Floor 1:30 – 5:30 pm------Assembly of Delegates------River Terrace 2 – 3rd Floor 2:30 – 4:30 pm------Reimbursement Committee------Hospitality Suite 4106 – 4th Floor 3:00 – 5:00 pm------AMTAS Board of Directors------Hospitality Suite 4108 – 4th Floor 5:30 – 7:00 pm------Regional Board of Directors – Great Lakes Region------Guest Room 4146 – 4th Floor 5:30 – 7:00 pm------Regional Board of Directors – Southeastern Region----- Hospitality Suite 4106 – 4th Floor 5:30 – 7:00 pm------Regional Board of Directors – Western Region ------City Terrace 8 – 3rd Floor 5:30 – 7:00 pm------Regional Board of Directors – Southwestern Region ------City Terrace 11 – 3rd Floor 5:30 – 7:00 pm------Regional Board of Directors – Midwestern Region ------City Terrace 7 – 3rd Floor 6:00 – 7:00 pm------Regional Board of Directors – New England Region------City Terrace 10 – 3rd Floor 6:00 – 7:20 pm------Regional Board of Directors – Mid-Atlantic Region------Hospitality Suite 4108 – 4th Floor 10:00 – 11:00 pm------Tweet-Up Networking------City Terrace 10 – 3rd Floor

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Fr i d a y , No v e m b e r 22, 2013

7:30 – 9:00 am------Assembly of Delegates------River Terrace 2 – 3rd Floor 10:30 am – 12:00 pm------AMTA Business Meeting------Ballroom Sections 4 & 5 – 2nd Floor 12:00 – 2:00 pm------Ethics Board------Ballroom Section 1 – 2nd Floor 12:00 – 1:00 pm------Korean Music Therapists Lunch Meeting------River Terrace 2 – 3rd Floor 12:00 – 1:00 pm------The University of Iowa Lunch------Ballroom Section 2 – 2nd Floor 12:00 – 1:00 pm------Taiwanese MT Students & Professionals Brownbag Network Lunch- Ballroom Section 3 – 2nd Floor 12:00 – 1:30 pm------Music Therapy Pro Power Lunch------City Terrace 4 – 3rd Floor 12:00 – 1:45 pm------Continuing Education------Hospitality Suite 4106 – 4th Floor 12:00 – 1:45 pm------Special Target Populations Networking Session------Grand Ballroom Foyer – 2nd Floor 12:15 – 1:15 pm------Latin American Music Therapy Network Meeting ------Ballroom Section 6 – 2nd Floor 12:30 – 2:00 pm------JMT Editorial Board------City Terrace 6 – 3rd Floor 12:30 – 2:00 pm ------Music Therapy Business Owners’ Meeting------City Terrace 5 – 3rd Floor 12:45 – 2:00 pm------Technology Committee------Ballroom Section 7 – 2nd Floor 12:45 – 2:00 pm------Reimbursement Committee------Daytona – 3rd Floor 12:45 – 2:00 pm------Judicial Review Board Committee------City Terrace 10 – 3rd Floor 12:45 – 2:00 pm------International Relations Committee------City Terrace 9 – 3rd Floor 12:45 – 2:00 pm------Professional Advocacy Committee------City Terrace 7 – 3rd Floor 12:45 – 2:00 pm------Standards of Clinical Practice Committee------Ballroom Section 8 – 2nd Floor 12:45 – 2:00 pm------Affiliate Relations Committee------St. Johns – 3rd Floor 12:45 – 2:00 pm------Workforce Development and Retention Committee------City Terrace 12 – 3rd Floor 1:00 – 2:00 pm------MTP Editorial Board------River Terrace 1 – 3rd Floor 2:30 – 5:15 pm------Membership Committee------Guest Room 4139 – 4th Floor 2:30 – 5:15 pm------Education and Training Advisory Board------Guest Room 4141 – 4th Floor 6:15 – 7:45 pm------AMTAS Business Meeting------River Terrace 3 – 3rd Floor 6:15 – 7:45 pm------Florida State Music Therapists’ Meeting------City Terrace 9 – 3rd Floor 6:15 – 8:00 pm------Professional Competency Task Force------Guest Room 4141 – 4th Floor 9:30 – 11:00 pm------Japanese Music Therapy Students and Professionals------City Terrace 6 – 3rd Floor

Sa t u r d a y , No v e m b e r 23, 2013

7:30 – 9:15 am------Regional Meeting – Western Region ------Clearwater – 3rd Floor 7:30 – 9:15 am------Regional Meeting – Mid-Atlantic Region------Ballroom Section 1 – 2nd Floor 7:30 – 9:15 am------Regional Meeting – Southwestern Region ------Ballroom Section 2 – 2nd Floor 8:00 – 9:15 am------Regional Meeting – Southeastern Region------Daytona – 3rd Floor 8:00 – 9:15 am------Regional Meeting – New England Region------Ballroom Section 3 – 2nd Floor 8:00 – 9:15 am------Regional Meeting – Midwestern Region ------Ballroom Section 7 – 2nd Floor 8:00 – 9:15 am------Regional Meeting – Great Lakes Region------River Terrace 2 – 3rd Floor 9:30 – 11:00 am------AMTA Board of Directors------Hospitality Suite 4106 – 4th Floor 11:15 am – 1:15 pm------Assembly of Delegates------River Terrace 2 – 3rd Floor 12:15 – 1:15 pm------Concordia Univ. Reception for Prospective Grad Students- Hospitality Suite 4108 – 4th Floor 12:15 – 2:15 pm------International Relations Global Perspectives Session------Ballroom Section 3 – 2nd Floor 1:30 – 3:30 pm------Membership Committee------Hospitality Suite 4108 – 4th Floor 1:30 – 5:15 pm------Education and Training Advisory Board------Hospitality Suite 4106 – 4th Floor 5:30 – 6:30 pm------AMTA Business Meeting ------Ballroom Sections 4 & 5 – 2nd Floor 5:30 – 6:30 pm------AMTAS Business Meeting------River Terrace 3 – 3rd Floor 6:30 – 8:00 pm------State Task Force Reception------City Terrace 6 – 3rd Floor

Su n d a y , No v e m b e r 24, 2013

7:00 – 8:00 am------Assembly of Delegates Elect------River Terrace 2 – 3rd Floor 9:45 – 11:30 am------AMTA Board of Directors------Hospitality Suite 4106 – 4th Floor

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onference Registration will be located on the 3rd floor uring conference hours, all media representatives are Cjust outside of the Orlando Room. Please plan to pick Dasked to check in at the AMTA Conference Registration up your badge and take care of any other needs during the Desk located on the 3rd floor outside the Orlando room. following open times: Exhibits Tuesday, November 19 7:00 – 9:00 pm xhibits are located on the 3rd floor in the Conference Wednesday, November 20 ECenter. The entrance is near Conference Registration. 7:00 – 11:30 am & 1:00 – 5:00 pm Don’t miss the Exhibit Hall Grand opening after the Opening Thursday, November 21 Session and the “Exhibit Spectaculars,” unopposed exhibit 7:00 – 11:30 am & 1:00 – 6:00 pm hours scheduled for Thursday, Friday and Saturday (see Friday, November 22 below). Also, the AMTA Bookstore is conveniently located in 7:00 – 11:30 am & 1:00 – 5:00 pm the Exhibit Hall. Come and purchase brand new publications Saturday, November 23 from AMTA, meet association officers throughout the 7:00 – 11:30 am & 1:00 – 5:00 pm conference, connect with friends, and learn more about your Sunday, November 24 association and how you can play an active role in supporting 7:00 am – 2:00 pm the music therapy profession. The Exhibits are located in the Conference Center which is on the 3rd Floor of the Hotel. Ca s h Fo o d Sa l e s Exhibit Hours: or a quick and easy way to eat, cash food will be available Thursday, November 21 Fon the 2nd floor in the Ballroom Foyer 2:30 – 5:00 pm Exhibit Spectacular: 9:00 – 11:00 pm Friday, November 22 (Opening Night Reception & Take-a-Chance) Breakfast: 6:30 – 8:30 am Lunch: 11:30 am – 2:30 pm Friday, November 22 Saturday, November 23 11:00 am – 6:15 pm Breakfast: 6:30 – 8:30 am (Exhibit Hall closed for plenary 3:45 – 4:45 pm) Lunch: 11:30 am – 2:30 pm Exhibit Spectaculars: 11:30 am – 2:00 pm & Sunday, November 24 5:45 – 6:15 pm Breakfast: 6:30 – 8:30 am Saturday, November 23 9:00 am – 4:30 pm Bu s i n e s s Ne e d s Exhibit Spectaculars: 9:00 – 9:30 am & 12:15 – 1:30 pm lease prepare session, business, and student group Phandouts ahead of time and plan for extra copies as Wh a t t o We a r presenters often run out. There is a FedEx Office in the hotel located on the 3rd floor across the hall from Registration. emperatures in hotel meeting rooms often fluctuate Pre-Conference Discounts are offered for materials received Tdramatically from hot to cold. We suggest you dress in at least 3 days before the event. Call 904.356.8010 or email layers so that you can adjust your apparel for different room [email protected] for questions. You are responsible for temperatures. Dress for the conference is business casual. costs incurred. Office equipment such as computers and photocopiers are not available through AMTA. Se a t i n g

As k Me here is adequate space for each conference attendee to Tattend a session at each time block. However, seating is uestions about Jacksonville - such as directions to limited in individual rooms. Please arrive early for sessions Qnearby attractions and restaurant information should if you wish to guarantee a seat. Be courteous to other be directed to the members of the local committee who will attendees when entering or leaving a session. We cannot be stationed at a hospitality counter located on the 2nd assure participation in specific, individual sessions. floor. They will be happy to assist you, as will the concierge located in the hotel lobby. page 82 Information subject to change Conference Attendee Information

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onference sessions and evening events are designed for a Cprofessional audience. Children under 10 years of age may not find these events and activities interesting. Please plan to be considerate of other attendees. If you need childcare, the hotel concierge can give you information about a licensed childcare agency in the area. AMTA has not reviewed the Ph o t o Re l e a s e quality of these services and accepts no responsibility. You are responsible for payment involved. uring the course of this conference you may be Dphotographed as a result of your participation in Ca n c e l l a t i o n /Re f u n d Po l i c y conference activities. These photographs may be used by AMTA in the course of promoting future conferences or other ctivities are planned in advance based on the number of association activities. You will not be compensated for the Aregistrants. Full refunds cannot be made. Refunds for use of your photograph. If you do not want your photo used, cancellations of any conference activities (including Trainings, please contact conference organizers at the conference Institutes and CMTE courses) are available by written request registration desk. only and must be mailed to the AMTA national office. 80% of fees will be refunded if the request is postmarked no later than Ti c k e t s & Pa s s e s f o r Gu e s t s 10/11/13, 50% if the request is postmarked 10/12/13-11/10/13. NO REFUNDS will be made after 11/10/13, so please plan ahead. vening events are included in the price of registration for Refunds are processed 45 days after the conclusion of the Epaid conference attendees. Your name tag is used as conference. Usually, this will occur in December/January. You admission for these events. Evening event tickets for guests are responsible for providing a valid postal address where you not registered for the conference can be purchased at the will be able to pick up mail at that time so you can receive registration desk. Exhibit Hall passes can also be obtained at your check. Banks do not accept checks more than 90 days the registration desk free of charge. Entrance to conference after their issue date, so please present this check to your sessions is limited to those registered for the conference. bank for payment as soon as possible in order to insure you are able to access the funds. Checks uncashed after 120 days will be voided. Se r v i c e s f o r Pe r s o n s w i t h Disabilities

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Information subject to change page 83 page 84 Information subject to change Exhibit Hall Bo o t h (s) co m p a n y Bo o t h (s) co m p a n y Associations/Agencies Publishing Companies 25-27 Certification Board for 47 Jessica Kingsley Publishers^ Music Therapists^ 2-4 Sarsen Publishing 11 Jamaica Field Service Project 8 Oxford University Press AMTA-Approved Music Therapy Music Therapy Resources Degree Programs 57 Daughters of Harriet 33 Michelle & Matt 30 Appalachian State University* 2-4 Music for Health and Life 37 Augsburg College 2-4 Music Medicine Institute 39 Colorado State University Online Plus 59 Music Therapy Book Club 22 Dept. of Music & Arts Technology-IUPUI 40 MusicTherapyEd.com 41 Drexel University 32 Music Therapy Pro 65 Lesley University* 2-4 Sarsen Publishing 60 Maryville University* 12 Resounding Joy 24 Marywood University 13 MusicWorx 10 Molloy College* 31 Sunshine State Music Therapists 58 Montclair State University 28-29 Rhythmic Medicine 46 Ohio University 54 Queens University of Charlotte Percussion 5 St. Mary of the Woods College 64 Shenandoah University* 14-15,20-21 Remo, Inc.^ 34 SUNY-Fredonia 55 Drums for Cures: DrumStrong 56 SUNY-New Paltz 62 University of Kansas Regions/State Organizations 7 University of Missouri-Kansas City 23 Mid-Atlantic Region of AMTA 36 William Carey University Early Childhood Student Music Therapy Organizations 43 AMTAS 38 Music Together, LLC* 2-4 Florida State University Students 9 Raising Harmony: Music Therapy 46 Intermezzo: Podcast for Students for Young Children 45 Mu Tau Omega-Sam Houston State University Students Handbells/Handchimes 44 Southwestern Region of AMTAS 61 Jeffers Handbells/Chimers Charts Foyer State Recognition & Advocacy 6 Malmark Bellcraftsmen* Keyboard Instruments Music Companies & Artists 42 Yamaha Music and Wellness Institute 1 Beautiful Music Simplified 48-53 Music is Elementary* Technology 16-19 West Music Company^ 35 Powers Device Technologies Foyer Dave Pittman 63 X-L-ent Care Products, Inc Foyer Matt Giordano

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Exhibitor Descriptions AMTA Member Exhibitors Florida State University Students Augsburg College Bo o t h s 2-4 Selling T-shirts to raise money for Bo o t h 37 Music for Health and Life student activities. Augsburg College, in Minneapolis, Songs for Learning includes three Ruth Smith MN has undergraduate and volumes of academic-oriented graduate degree programs in songs for any age level., but American Music Therapy Association music therapy. The Masters of especially oriented for junior high Students (AMTAS) Music Therapy graduate program /high school transition students Booth 43 is pending AMTA approval. with developmental disabilities. As the counter part of AMTA, Annie Heiderscheit, Kendri Scarborough. They are easy to use tools for any AMTAS is her to serve the music therapist. Visual aids and students. Stop by and pick-up an Beautiful Music Simplified accompanying CD are included. AMTAS t-shirt or make a donation Bo o t h 1 Diane Hannibal, Wes Hannibal to the organization! Also don’t FREENOTES- hand held, pentatonic forget to meet your Executive and diatonic, beautiful resonated Music Medicine Institute vibraphones; the BARRES- Easy, Would you like to share in a service Board. Nicole Hahna, Ethan Schmidt no fingerings chording on all ‘open project that reaches out to military tuned’ fretted instruments; and families and earn some CMTE’s in the SONGBIRDS- New, 12-18 the process? Stop and see us Appalachian State University Bo o t h 30 nylon and steel string diatonic at the Music Medicine institute diatonic and multi-key autoharp booth. MMI offers music therapy Appalachian State University’s Master of Music Therapy degree like instruments. For details please services to meet the needs of the see freenotes.net, guitarsimplified. children of active duty military prepares MT-BCs for advanced music therapy practice. Specialty com, sevenarrowsmusic.net. See personnel. also cooperativesports.org. Elizabeth Jacobi areas are designed according to students’ interests. Dual degree Dick Bozung, Richard Cooke, Ginny Ballard Sarsen Publishing programs with Mental Health Sarsen Publishing provides books Counseling or Marriage and Family Certification Board for Music and DVD’s for music therapy and Therapy are available, as are all Therapists (CBMT) music education. Materials are levels of training in the Bonny Bo o t h s 25-27 useful for clinicians, as well as Method of GIM. The Certification Board for Music university curriculum. Cathy McKinney, Melody Schwantes Therapists certifies credentialed Christina Stock professional music therapists through examination, and re- certifies them every five years page 86 Information subject to change Exhibitors through a program of recertification. Drexel University Music Therapy Representatives will be available Bo o t h 41 to answer questions and provide The Department of Creative arts materials related to CBMT Therapies at Drexel University programs. offers graduate programs including percussionist who lives with Hindi Burkett, Joy Schneck, Karen Howat, PhD in Creative Arts Therapies Tourette Syndrome. Come meet Maureen Hearns, Jacqueline Birnbaum, as well as a master of Arts and Matt at booth and the Drum Andrea Cevasco, Wendy Woolsey, Maureen Post-Masters Certificate in Music Circle. Hearns, Dena Register, Therapy. Paul Nolan, Joke Bradt Jamaica Field Service Project Colorado State University Online Bo o t h 11 DrumsforCures: DRUMSTRONG The Jamaica Field Service Project Plus (JAFSP) is an accredited, Bo o t h 55 Bo o t h 39 Drumming to beat cancer! international service-learning Earn your music therapy master’s program which brings university degree from one of the nation’s DrumsforCures, Inc. is the NPO that produces global DRUMSTRONG™ students and volunteers to top universities! Colorado State Jamaica. While in Jamaica, music University offers a distance events, which raise awareness and funds for cancer programs therapy students and professors delivered program designed for offer music therapy clinical MT-BCs interested in furthering through rhythm: funding education, research, and survivorship support. services in a supervised setting for their education in neurologic music practicum, CMTE, and academic therapy. Visit our booth to learn They engage all ages and stages of health in fun, interactive activities credit hours. www.jafsp.org about our Master of Music in Michele M. Burns, Jordon Turner Music Therapy. that create beautiful memories Blythe LaGasse, William Davis, Steven and opportunities for individuals and communities to support Jeffers Handbell/Chimers Charts Gaisford each other. People drum in honor Bo o t h 61 of, in memory of, and for their Chimers charts use colors and Daughters of Harriet own fortification. DrumsforCures note Letters, making it easy to Bo o t h 57 serves as the conduit for cancer create music. Whether teaching CD recordings and books by music or using handchimes in Daughters of Harriet. Daughters health resources. All cancers; all populations. www.drumstrong. music therapy, Chimers Charts let of Harriet is comprised of 5 music you focus on what is important. therapists from the Western com. Nicholas Flood Region: Barbara Dunn, Lisa Jackert, Scott Swimmer, Mason Swimmer Maureen Hearns, Jodi Winnwalker, Guest Artists Booths Jessica Kingsley Publishers and Robin Rio. They facilitate the Bo o t h 47 Fo y e r , j u s t o u t s i d e t h e exhibit h a l l uplifting Chant Circle enjoyed by Jessica Kingsley Publishers is AMTA conference attendees. Dave Pittman committed to publishing books that Barbara Dunn, Lisa Jackert American idol contestant from make a difference. We are well known Season 9, Dave will be performing for our long established lists on Department of Music and Arts at the closing session of the music therapy social work and the Technology-IUPUI conference. Dave will share his arts therapies. Our books are for story of living with Tourette professional and general readers. Bo o t h 22 Syndrome, while he performs the The Department of Music and Dr. Wendy Magee will be available music from his new album “Crazy to sign her new book recently Arts Technology offers a Master’s Brave.” Don’t miss it! of Science in Music Therapy, published by Jessica Kingsley both online and on campus, to Matt Giordano “Music Technology in Therapeutic Board-Certified music therapists Matt will be assisting with and Health Settings.” interested in expanding their facilitating the Drum Circle at the Katelynn Bartelson, Lisa Clark research competencies. conference. Matt is a wonderful Caitlin Krater, Kate Myers

Information subject to change page 87 Exhibitors Lesley University study-abroad opportunities. Also, Montclair State University Bo o t h 65 we send a shout out to our alumni Bo o t h 58 Lesley University offers master’s to connect with us! Undergraduate, equivalency, and degree programs in Expressive Anita Gadberry, David Gadberry graduate music therapy programs Therapies with specializations in at the John J. Cali School of Music, art, dance, expressive arts, music, Michelle and Matt College of the Arts, Montclair and psychodrama/drama. Master’s Bo o t h 33 State University in New Jersey, degree programs can be taken in a See the latest from Matt Logan USA. traditional on-campus format, or in and Michelle Erfurt. Get your Brian Abrams, Dawn Chik our low-residency format (summer copy of Matt Logan’s “A Perfect residencies followed by online Lullaby” CD. Use this resource as Music is Elementary coursework). Lesley also offers a a lullaby “trainer” with parents Bo o t h s 47-54 low-residency PhD in Expressive who are uncomfortable singing. Music is Elementary is an avid Therapies and several certificate Pick up Michelle’s Boom Tote. supporter of music therapy. Music programs. This bag holds a standard set is Elementary supplies musical Rebecca Zarate, Christine Routhier of Boomwhackers® and even has instruments and resources for use a separate pocket for your keys, by recreational musicians as well Malmark Bellcraftsmen the latest from Matt Logan and as music therapists. Bo o t h 6 Michelle Erfurt. This is the place Sam Marchuk, Ron Guzzo, Bill Johnson, Malmark Bellcraftsmen to get your copy of Matt Logan’s Shawn Potocher, Mike Smith, Leann manufactures the finest ringing “A Perfect Lullaby” CD. Do you use ® Guzzo, Roger Sams, Rick Kramer, John instruments in the world. Our Boomwhackers ? Segastegui Choirchime Instruments set the Representatives Michelle Erfurt, Matt Logan standards for Handchime design Music Therapy Book Club in 1982 and today we offer the Mid-Atlantic Region Music Therapy Bo o t h 59 largest range in existence (C2- Association Music Therapy Book Club is a unique C8). Experience for yourself the Bo o t h 23 CMTE option for music therapists versatility and quality of Malmark. The Mid-Atlantic Region of offered by Connecticut Music Stop by our exhibit and give us a the American Music Therapy Therapy Services, LLC, P#0130. ring. Association will be showcasing Read, deepen and integrate your Neil McDonald, Paul Rosene the exciting work being done in the knowledge from current and crucial region from government relations music therapy texts, learn from Maryville University efforts to new research and state the authors or from highly qualified Bo o t h 60 organizations. Come see why music facilitators of special topics. Maryville University has been therapy is rockin’ in the MAR! Jennifer Sokira, Emily Bevelaqua, Shannon providing music therapy education Megan Resig Kiley since 1972. Maryville offers a Bachelor of Science degree in Molloy College Music Therapy Ed.com Music Therapy AND A Master of Bo o t h 10 Bo o t h 40 Music Therapy as well as a Master Molloy College, located on Long MusicTherapyEd.com is the premier in Rehabilitation Counseling with a Island, in New York, 40 minutes website for CMTE video courses. specialization in music therapy for from Manhattan, offers both Go at your own pace, learn from students with an undergraduate Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in the best, and take our courses degree in music therapy. Music Therapy, as well as Nordoff- with you on your iPad, Mac, PC, Courtney Fender Robbins Training in Music Therapy. or smart phone. We help you save The Master’s Degree leads to money and time while advancing in Marywood University eligibility for the NYS license in your career. Take the Tech Basics Bo o t h 24 Creative Arts Therapy. CMTE for free! Learn about or programs, Beth Schwartz, Lora Heller Kat Fulton, Julie Palmieri continuing education courses, and

page 88 Information subject to change Exhibitors Music Therapy Pro Ohio University/ Intermezzo: Podcast education, and healthcare. Stop by Bo o t h 32 the booth form more information. for Students Say “Go Royals “and get a nice Music Therapy Pro is an online Bo o t h 46 community that gives you access Ohio University promotional surprise. to like-minded and passionate materials. We will provide a place Becky Engen, Meg Johnson therapists plus CMTE’s, podcasts, for students to participate in ‘how to’ videos, message forum and a podcast recording. Questions Raising Harmony: Music Therapy for discounted MT resources. Enhance asked will be related to their Young Children your business and yourself with experiences being a student in Bo o t h 9 creators Kimberly Sena Moore, music therapy programs. Raising Harmony provides Michelle Erfurt, and Rachel Kamile Geist, Erin Spring training and business packages Rambach. www.MusicTherapy. for music therapists working com. Oxford University Press in early childhood in Sprouting Rachel Rambach, Debbie Shell, Edward Bo o t h 8 Melodies. Find books by Elizabeth Erfurt Oxford University Press publishes K. Schwartz, LCAT, MT-BC, and some of the most respected and learn all about Sprouting Melodies, Mu Tau Omega at Sam Houston prestigious books and journals in music class for young children State University the world. In 2014, The Journal of designed by music therapists, for Bo o t h 45 Music Therapy and Music Therapy music therapists. We will be selling our T-shirts Perspectives, published on behalf Meredith Pizzi, Kristine Barbo and giving information about of the AMTA, will join OUP. Visit our organization and school’s our booth to learn more about our Remo, Inc. program. products and or visit us online at Bo o t h s 14, 15, 20, 21 Grant Howarth, Kayla Hamilton www.oup.com. Remo, Inc. values your work to Matt Turney, Alison Denby transform lives through music! Music Together, LLC We have been a supporter and Bo o t h 38 Powers Device Technologies advocate for music therapy for Music Together is an internationally Bo o t h 35 more than two decades. Please recognized early childhood music Come see PAL®. Pacifier Activated visit our booth to share your and movement program for children Lullaby (PAL®) is a FDA-approved story and discover new durable, from birth through age 7- and the device that stimulates non- tunable, portable, playable and grownups who love them™. First nutritive sucking in premature sustainable tools for your music offered to the public in 1987, infants. PAL® teaches preterm therapy work. it pioneered the concept of a infants to suck productively and Alyssa Janney, Remo Belli, Ami Belli, research-based, developmentally feed successfully. It helps babies, Angelo Belli, Frank Thompson appropriate early childhood and those who care for them in music curriculum that strongly the NICU. PAL® is a must-have Resounding Joy, Inc. emphasizes and facilitates adult for every NICU. Bo o t h 12 involvement. Pat Palmer Celebrating 10 years of non-profit Carol Ann Blank, Jessica Lee work. Reaching over 65,000 people. Queens University of Charlotte Learn about our international trip MusicWorx, Inc. Bo o t h 54 to Tanzania in 2015. Our Joy Bo o t h 13 Queens University of Charlotte Giver Program is soon to roll out Celebrate 15 years of MusicWorx has over 35 years of excellence nationwide and also our Semper Internship (125 interns). Check out in undergraduate music therapy Sound Music Therapy Military our new product and continuing education. We are proposing Program. education Tool Box. There will be an interdisciplinary Master of Hanah Bronson, Rebecca Vaudreuil some special promotions at the Arts Degree for 2014 featuring booth. specialization in business, Derlin Hsu, Amy Dunlap

Information subject to change page 89 Exhibitors Rhythmic Medicine State University of New York at music therapy education and Bo o t h s 28-29 training from undergraduate to Fredonia doctorate. Eminent faculty and Come play at our booth! Amazing Bo o t h 34 Mini Music Machines. Buy 4 CDs SUNY Fredonia’s graduate music resources in a dynamic world- get a music machine FREE! Large therapy program addresses class arts environment make Assortment of Native American NY State Licensure and AMTA for a rewarding experience. Life- flutes, 13 keys and NEW Japanese Advanced Competencies. Our goal changing opportunities for clinical and Blues scale flutes. Steel is to provide music therapists with and research work. Join us in this Moyo drums, Amethyst BioMat to opportunities to advance their Golden Age of Kansas City! decrease inflammation and pain. clinical and scholarly skills and Robert Groene, Melita Belgrave Marilyn Miller, Janalea Hoffman, Emily knowledge. Yoder, Sue Wright Joni Milgram-Luterman, Kim Mancino West Music Bo o t h s 16-18 Saint Mary of the Woods College State University of New York at West music features music Bo o t h 5 instruments and resources SMWC is celebrating 30 years New Paltz for music therapy and music Bo o t h 56 education. of Music Therapy! We offer a Faculty and student bachelor’s degree (campus), Robin Walenta, Jenny Winegarden, , Kelly representatives will be available Carlson, Katy Krull, Kyle Wilhelm, Lindsey Master’s degree (distance), and to talk about the Music Therapy the only Distance Equivalency program at SUNY New Paltz. Wilhelm, Jemmy Denk, Rachel Miller program is available anywhere. Brochures will be available. Stop by and talk to students, John Mahoney, Montserrat Gimeno, Mike William Carey University graduates, and faculty. Bo o t h 36 Tracy Richardson Viega Information will be available on the bachelor’s degree program in Shenandoah University & Sunshine State Music Therapists music therapy. Bo o t h 31 Jennifer Hartline, Hannah Melancon Conservatory The purpose of this booth is to Bo o t h 64 connect music therapists across X-L-ENT Care Products, Inc. The Shenandoah booth will offer the state of Florida. Learn about descriptive materials of music Bo o t h 63 and network with colleagues, Come and see SOUNDBEAM- an therapy degree programs including employers, and internship sites the BMT & MMT at the Shenandoah “invisible and expanding keyboard throughout our great state! in space.” It’s an amazing and Conservatory of Shenandoah Bree Beynon University in Winchester, VA. unique musical instrument which Daniel Tague, Anne Lipe uses motion sensors and switches University of Kansas to translate body movement into Bo o t h 62 State Recognition & Advocacy music and sound even for the most Stop by the KU booth and physically and mentally challenged. Fo y e r , Ju s t Ou t s i d e t h e Exhibit Ha l l discuss options for graduate Updates will be available on the Also, Mike Ayes Design Sensory school, teaching assistantships, Products including tactiles, murals, state recognition project. and study abroad possibilities in Judy Simpson, Dena Register, Kimberly fibreoptics, etc. Thailand. Alumni, come and visit Tracy White, Kevin White Sena-Moore and let us know what exciting things you are doing. Rock chalk! Yamaha Music and Wellness Institute Cindy Colwell, Abbey Dvorak Bo o t h 42 Come see Yamaha’s latest University of Missouri -Kansas City technology for digital keyboards. Conservatory Lori Frazer Bo o t h 7 The University of Missouri -Kansas City Conservatory offers dynamic page 90 Information subject to change Information subject to change page 91 Thank you! From the Conference Chair, Sandi Curtis, PhD, MTA, MT-BC his fabulous conference would not have been possible without the hard work, expertise, and enthusiasm Tof so many. It has been my great honor to work alongside them as I have served as Vice President and as the 2013 AMTA Conference Chair. Thanks to every single one of you! If you are one, please pat yourself deservedly on the back. If you see one of them, please congratulate them yourself in person. There are so many of you that it would be impossible to include everyone in this single page; but my thanks go out to you all the same. Thank you to all who presented, so generously sharing great expertise. Thank you to all who attended – students and professionals, first timers and old handers – each of you contributing your enthusiasm. Thank you to the 2013 Conference Program Review Committee: Kymla Eubanks, Kirsten Nelson, Vickie Vega, and Alicia Clair. Their dedication and expertise were invaluable in ensuring a spectacular conference program. Thanks also to Vice-President Elect, Lisa Gallagher who provided conference support in so many ways. And a special thanks to Olivia Swedberg-Yinger, Program Editor and Elizabeth Swanson, our remarkable CMTE organizer! And join me in a big shout out to Rachel See for developing our first ever Conference App. Thank you to the 2013 Chairs of Institutes and Specialized Training: Kymla J. Eubanks, Judy Simpson, Andrea M. Cevasco, Amy Goyer and Jayne Standley. And thanks also to the presenters of our CMTEs, Concurrent Sessions, Clinical Practice Forum, Global Perspectives Session organized by Flossie Ierardi and the AMTA International Relations Committee, and the Research Poster & Oral Presentations Sessions, chaired by Debra Burns. Thank you to the AMTA Leaders: Regional Presidents, AMTA Board of Directors, Assembly of Delegates, Committee Chairs and members for your hard work behind the scenes at the conference and throughout the year. Thank you to the 2013 Performers: Robin Spielberg, Dave Pittman, the Conference Choir led by Barbara Dunn and the Daughters of Harriet: Barbara Dunn, Maureen Hearn, and Lisa Jackert, leading us in the chant circle; Frank Thompson and Matt Giordano drumming up fun beyond compare. And to all music therapists and students, jamming, drumming, and performing in the jam rooms and Cabaret. And to our AV and Sound providers, Ignited Light and Sound. Thank you to the 2013 Local Conference Planning Committee: Minda Gordon and Michelle Erfurt, Local Co-Chairs extraordinaire, and their entire team: Aaronetta Clausell Frison, Andrew Littlefield, Ashlee Nelson, Michelle Kennemer, Rachel See, Amy Kalas, Kyle J. Fleming, Trent Barrick, Erica Lyles, Tracey Kinnunen, Erin Todd, Elizabeth L. Stegemöller, Gretchen Mitchell, Carolyn D. Dachinger, Jess Pearson Cloud, Michele Gregoire, Becky Starr Miedling, Aileen Fernandez-Hammill, Katherine Goforth, Michelle Strutzel, Sharon Graham, Amy Kalas, Patricia Chaviano and the many other professional and student volunteers that made this event happen. Thank you to the AMTA National Office Staff: Andi Farbman, Dianne Wawrzusin, Angie Elkins, Judy Simpson, Jane Creagan, Rebecca Preddie, Tawna Grasty, Jenny Peters, Kim Bell, and to Barb Else for her production work on major conference events. Each one of you contributes so much to the AMTA organization and conference. And a very special thanks to Cindy Smith (what a great voice!) and Al Bumanis, without whom none of this would be possible. Ever. Please join me in thanking each and everyone involved in the 2013 Conference. And mark your calendars for the 2014 AMTA Conference in Louisville, Kentucky — November 5–9, 2014.

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November21 Exhibits Open CMTE Courses CMTE Courses Exhibit Spectacular

Sp. Target Pops Cl. Practice Business Forum Conf. Choir Meeting Blues Concurrent Concurrent Plenary Concurrent Sessions Jam Sessions Sessions Drum Circle Friday Bitcon November 22 Lecture Exhibits Open Exhibit Spectacular Exhibit Unplugged Spectacular

Global Perspectives Exhibits Open Regional Blues Meetings Internship Fair Research Poster/Oral Present. Chant Circle Cabaret Jam Saturday Exhibit

November 23 Exhibit Business Spectacular Spectacular Meeting

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Concurrent Sessions Closing Session Sunday November 24

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Call for Papers will be located at www.musictherapy.org in December 2013. Proposal submission deadline: March 3, 2014