Music therapists use their training to effect changes in the cognitive, physical, communication, social, and emotional skills. Music captivates and maintains attention, stimulating and utilizing many parts of the brain. Music is adapted to, and can be reflective of, a person's ability. Music structures time in a way that we can understand.
Music provides a meaningful, enjoyable context for repetition.
Music sets up a social context by setting up a safe, structured setting for verbal and nonverbal communication. Music is an effective memory aid. Music supports and encourages movement. Music taps into memories and emotions. Music and its related silence, provide nonverbal, immediate feedback.