Songwriting: research, theory, methods, and practice. (1st June 2016)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Baker, Felicity; Robb, Sheri; Clement-Cortes, Amy; Silverman, Michael; Krüger, Viggo; Short, Helen; Murphy, Kathleen
• Is Part Of: Nordic journal of music therapy. Volume 25(2016)Supplement 1
• Page Start: 86
• Page End: 86
• Publication Date: 2016-06-01
• Subjects: Songwriting -- methods of practice -- theoretical models; Music therapy -- Scandinavia -- Periodicals; Music Therapy -- Periodicals; 615.85154
• DOI: 10.1080/08098131.2016.1180077
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0809-8131

Abstract

Abstract : Background : This round table brings together academics with research expertise in songwriting to share their most contemporary research and practice. Objective : To report on developments in theory, models, methods, and practices in the use of songwriting with children in hospital and community settings, in palliative care, and in mental health. Methods : Five academics will present their research findings on the following topics: models of therapeutic songwriting derived from a series of research studies (Baker); strategies to increase engagement in the songwriting process (Robb); the use of songwriting to facilitate relationship completion at end of life (Cortes); single-session songwriting approaches in acute mental health inpatient settings (Silverman); songwriting approaches in school settings to enhance engagement with learning (Kruger); rap lyric writing from a psychodynamic perspective (Short); songwriting in early recovery from substance dependence – incorporating the 12 step tradition (Murphy). Discussion : We will explore the similarities and differences in concepts, theories, and approaches that emerge from the presentations. Conclusions : Songwriting has matured as a music therapy intervention with a diverse range of uses, methods, and outcomes.