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Jan 11, 2019 04:34 PM
Since 2005, the American Music Therapy Association (AMTA) and the Certification Board for Music Therapists (CBMT) have collaborated on the State Recognition Operational Plan. The purpose of this plan is to get music therapy and the MT-BC credential recognized by individual states so clients can more easily access music therapy services. Achieving state recognition is only possible through ADVOCACY.​
 

Jan 09, 2019 02:13 PM
The Journal of Music Therapy is currently seeking nominations for appointment of persons to its Editorial Board. Editorial board members read and evaluate submitted manuscripts and serve in an advisory capacity to the Editor-in-Chief.
 
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Dec 13, 2018 03:14 PM
Help us celebrate the 20th anniversary of AMTA and continue to grow its future. Please remember AMTA in your year-end charitable giving plans and support 68 years of music therapy and beyond. The American Music Therapy Association is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization and accepts contributions which support its mission. Contributions are tax deductible as allowed by law.
 
The AMTA office will close at 4:00 pm on December 18, 2018 for its winter break. The office will reopen on January 2, 2019. Please note that even if you order through the online store during this time period, orders will not be processed until the office reopens on January 2. Happy holidays one and all and we'll see you in the new year!
 
Oct 29, 2018 10:59 PM
The American Music Therapy Association (AMTA) is disturbed by the increasing number of violent acts that unfortunately have become a frequent occurrence in our nation.
 
Oct 22, 2018 05:39 PM
Currently seeking nominations for appointment of persons to the Editorial Board of Music Therapy Perspectives, for a 6-year term.
 
Oct 17, 2018 04:02 PM
In response to the findings and recommendations of the Master Level Entry Subcommittee, the AMTA Board of Directors is taking action to create a Commission on the Education and Clinical Training of 21st Century Music Therapists. Nominations to elect six AMTA members to the Commission need to be submitted to an Assembly Delegate no later than Nov. 2, 2018.
 
Oct 17, 2018 03:55 PM
Ten-minute survey administered by the AMTA ASD Task Force seeking to learn how you and your clients are receiving funding for services.
 
Oct 15, 2018 07:56 PM
The Music Modernization Act was signed into law on October 11, 2018. The Music Modernization Act (MMA), aims to ensure meaningful protections for songwriters, artists, record labels, and many others in the music industry.
 
Oct 05, 2018 03:22 PM
The American Music Therapy Association is pleased to announce a call for proposals for the 2019 Clinician-Based Grant (CBG). The CBG program supports applied research grants in music therapy with funding up to $5,000.
 
Sep 20, 2018 04:50 PM
To reserve a space for your internship site in the Internship Fair, send your name, address, and name of internship site to Jennifer McAfee at JPeter@musictherapy.org. Information must be received by Wednesday, October 3, 2018.
 
Sep 13, 2018 04:10 PM
The American Music Therapy Association invites applicants for two open positions as Associate Editor for manuscript reviews.
 
Sep 10, 2018 09:50 PM
Enacted by Congress in 2010, House Resolution 275 designates September 9th – 15th as National Arts in Education Week. During this week, members of the arts education community from across the country are encouraged to participate in activities that raise awareness about the importance of arts education with elected officials.
 
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Sep 05, 2018 04:21 PM
"Learning and Bonding to the Beat: Optimizing Your Child’s Development" with Dr. Laurel Trainor and Special Guests (part of Sound Health: Music and the Mind). Elizabeth Schwartz, Judy Simpson, Jane Creagan, Rebecca Preddie, Dr. Joanne Loewy, Dr. Ed Roth, Dr. Charles Limb, Dr. Nina Kraus will participate in sessions with information about music therapy. AMTA has collaborated with our spokesperson, Reneé Fleming in preparation for the panel discussion on music education.
 
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