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Dec 21, 2011 06:28 PM
The 4th issue of the AMTA Newsletter is now available for current members, chock full of articles and information from Mickey Hart's tour and music therapy advocacy, to Wilson Trust project progress, to 2011 conference memories. Log in to read or download today!
 
Dec 20, 2011 10:13 PM
The National Endowment for the Arts is leading a new task force to encourage research on how the arts help people reach their full potential at all stages of life. A white paper titled "The Arts and Human Development: Framing a National Research Agenda for the Arts, Lifelong Learning, and Individual Well-Being," examines the relationship between the arts and positive health and educational outcomes at various segments of the lifespan.
 
Dec 19, 2011 03:06 PM
Call for proposals for the 2012 AMTA Annual Conference. Deadline for submission is March 1, 2012. Conference dates: October 11-14, 2012.
 
Dec 16, 2011 08:41 PM
Music therapy was the topic on "Science Friday" with Ira Flatow and guests, Oliver Sacks, Connie Tomaino, Joke Bradt, and Andrew Rosetti. Check the Science Friday website for podcasts.
 
Dec 15, 2011 05:53 PM
The popular and respected radio program Science Friday will devote a full hour this Friday, December 16, from 2-3 p.m. to music therapy. Joke Bradt, Connie Tomaino, Andrew Rossetti and Dr. Oliver Sacks will join host Ira Flatow.
 
Dec 15, 2011 05:48 PM
Connie Tomaino is a world-renowned speaker, author, researcher, and clinician, and she is even the subject of the movie, "The Music Never Stopped." In this AMTA-Pro podcast, Connie tells the intriguing story of her journey in music therapy, traveling a road filled with some surprising twists and turns over the years. A benefit of current AMTA membership, log in with your email address and password to listen.
 
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Dec 09, 2011 06:07 PM
Please remember AMTA in your year-end giving plans. Donations can be given online through the AMTA Bookstore or by printing and mailing in a donation form with your gift.
 
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Dec 09, 2011 01:39 PM
Have you noticed? Music therapy was everywhere in 2011! Bestselling novels, a major motion picture, the first state licenses in music therapy, a brand new AMTA website, and federal recognition of the profession of music therapy by the U.S. Department of Labor, all make it an exciting time to be part of your association and our great profession. Help us continue the momentum in 2012. Join or renew your AMTA membership in 2012 today.
 
Dec 08, 2011 09:45 PM
The IOM held a workshop earlier this year to examine the current allied health care workforce and consider how it can contribute to improving health care access, quality, and effectiveness. Summary and additional information found here:
 
Dec 07, 2011 09:22 PM
The Department of Health and Human Services announces the Health Care Innovation Challenge from the CMS Innovation Center, a new initiative designed to test creative ways to deliver high quality medical care and reduce costs across the country. The Challenge will award up to $1 billion in total grants to applicants who will implement the most compelling new ideas to deliver better health, improved care and lower costs to people enrolled in Medicare, Medicaid and CHIP.
 
Dec 07, 2011 06:08 PM
New AMTA-pro podcast for current AMTA members: In November of 2011, AMTAS leadership gathered for an informal discussion about the field of music therapy from the perspective of students and interns. Listen to their reasons for entering the field, inspiring clinical experiences, and the challenges they encounter juggling classes, music, therapy, practicums, and other aspects of being a music therapy student.
 
Dec 01, 2011 07:22 PM
Membership in AMTA rocks! Your membership provides you so many benefits that you use everyday and we want to hear about them. AMTA and the Membership Committee will give away two free 2012 memberships in AMTA to one winner from each social media outlet: Facebook and Twitter. Click to read contest rules and how to participate.
 
Nov 30, 2011 05:52 PM
States receive more flexibility, resources to implement Affordable Insurance Exchanges. More than half of states now creating marketplaces to help millions of families and small businesses buy insurance. ​
 
Nov 29, 2011 12:52 PM
From USA Today: "It was music that got me into that jolly fun-loving (mood again). And it helped me to help other people change their mood as well," Gordon says. "I was able to get up in the morning smiling. Music therapy is what did it." Music therapy is increasingly used to treat a wide range of problems, from brain injury to aging to cystic fibrosis.
 
Mickey Hart expresses his deep regret and disappointment that he is unable to attend the AMTA conference as planned and offers a special invitation to 2011 Conference Attendees.
 
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