Music Therapy Book

This book challenges the foundations of music therapy as a primarily white, patriarchal and Eurocentric profession. Considering diverse epistemologies and indigenous practices it proposes a new way of defining music therapy traditions. It includes contributions from music therapists across Latin America. The compelling narratives, theory and research presented make this essential reading and a groundbreaking book for all music therapists and those interested in considering music, health and wellbeing through different eyes.

This book offers a compelling overview of the diverse and vibrant landscape of music therapy in Latin America, shaped by its unique historical traditions, varied practices, and rich musical cultures. Readers are introduced to the current state of music therapy practice and education across Latin American countries. The chapters skilfully navigate the space between postcolonial critique and evidence-based practice, contributing to the development of a truly global music therapy. By weaving together approaches from the Global North with Afrocentric and Indigenous epistemologies, knowledge, and histories, the book opens up vital new perspectives for the future of the field.

This comprehensive book on Music Therapy in Latin America is a much-needed resource guide for anyone navigating culture as a foundation in healing and treatment. As one builds programs globally, music therapy models in Latin America provide both the strengths and challenges across the region. A must read.

With this book, Patricia Zarate de Perez offers fascinating Indigenous, as well as Eurocentric, perspectives on the field of music therapy. Approaches from various countries exemplify the diversity and uniqueness of clinical context and process, as practiced across Latin America.