Identifying dimensions of music therapy activities appropriate for children at different stages of group development

Journal/Book: Arts in Psychotherapy. 1991; 18: 301-310.

Abstract: Discusses dimensions of music therapy activities that can be manipulated by group therapists to effect participation and interaction. The therapist can, by using certain levels of activity dimensions at certain stages in a group's development, influence the achievement of group cohesion and individual goals. Two theoretical constructs are used: to articulate developmental group stages (J. A. Garland et al, 1976) and to clarify the dimensions of group activities (R. D. Vinter, 1974). Activity dimensions are described on 3 levels: low, medium, and high. The proposed relationship of the activity dimensions to group stages is outlined in a 3-dimensional matrix. Examples of clinical issues and music activities are given for each group stage (pre-affiliation, power/control, intimacy, cohesion, and separation).

Note: stage of classroom group development; music therapy activities; children

Keyword(s): Group dynamics; classroom behavior; music therapy; children

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