Orchestra Iowa
Skip Navigation LinksHome > Symphony School > Music Therapy

Music Therapy

Introducing Music Therapy at the Symphony School

Research has shown that music has a profound effect on the body and psyche.  Music Therapy is an established profession that uses music to address physical, emotional, cognitive, and social needs of individuals of all ages.  Music therapists find benefits in using music to help children with special needs including attention deficit disorder, autism, long-term illnesses, and developmental disabilities.

Music therapy sessions are offered to people of all ages and abilities and can be designed to:
  • promote wellness
  • manage stress
  • alleviate pain
  • express feelings
  • enhance memory
  • improve communication
  • promote physical rehabilitation

Music Therapist: Amy Maurer, MT-BC

Individual Therapy Cost:
Monthly fees are based on 35 weeks of sessions divided into nine monthly payments.  Sessions may begin at any time during the year.  Fees will be pro-rated, start date pending.

30 minute: $22 / session, $86 / month, $770 / year 
45 minutes: $33 / session, $129 / month, $1,155 / year
60 minutes: $44 / session, $172 / month, $1,540 / year 

Session Length:  determined by initial assessment with music therapist 
Location:  determined by music therapist.  Most sessions are held at the School 

SHARE:
Copyright © 2009 Orchestra Iowa, All Rights Reserved.
119 Third Avenue SE . Cedar Rapids, IA 52401 . 800.369.TUNE
Designed by Informatics, Inc.