Title

Empathy as an Outcome of Learning Harp Therapy

Abstract

Empathy involves the capacity to perceive, identify and relate to the emotions of other people, and is central to the therapeutic process. Empathic awareness requires that a bedside musician recognize how voice, gesture and facial expressions communicate people's needs and wants. The degree to which empathy can or cannot be taught is an important issue for those who teach music healing courses and mentor potential harp therapists.

Department(s)

Music

Document Type

Article

Keywords

empathy, harp, music therapy

Publication Date

2010

Journal Title

The Harp Therapy Journal

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