It’s no secret that the Covid-19 pandemic precipitated a drastic shift in our on a regular basis dwelling. Zoom calls, working remotely, and social distancing rapidly grew to become a part of our lives. The music remedy career was additionally in fixed flux. Music therapists had been required to suppose outdoors of the field if shoppers had been going to proceed to be served. Music therapist’s creativity was examined like by no means earlier than!
Whereas the pandemic was and nonetheless is a problem, the sphere of music remedy has continued to develop. Metro was capable of attain new shoppers that weren’t doable pre-pandemic. Due to the addition of telehealth by way of Zoom, shoppers all through the U.S. and internationally have the power to obtain music remedy companies from our Metro staff! The Covid-19 pandemic confirmed us that there aren’t any boundaries for music remedy, and for that we’re grateful.
So, how do music therapists use expertise? The choices are infinite! Whether or not periods be in individual or by way of telehealth, iPads, cell telephones, computer systems, audio system, and instrumental tuners are generally used expertise assets. Such expertise aids in session continuity. Chord charts, metronomes, and music streaming apps are simply accessible to a music therapist and assist us focus the session on the consumer’s wants. iPad apps are simply downloaded to help in remedy periods. Relying on the consumer’s preferences, apps like music beat makers, visible aids, music creators, digital devices, and music game-based actions create a enjoyable and goal-centered session. Whereas the world of expertise retains evolving, so does our discipline! The music therapists at Metro proceed to seek out revolutionary methods to offer one of the best companies doable in an ever-changing world.