Levels of external structure in music therapy

Journal/Book: Music Therapy Perspectives. 1993; 11: 61-65.

Abstract: Defines external structure in music therapy and describes its purposes and functions. From a clinical standpoint, external structure includes those aspects of the environment, including the music, that are controlled by the therapist. Six aspects of structure are outlined: time, space/equipment, choices, materials, instructions, and activities. Each component is divided into maximum, moderate, and minimum levels, and therapist interventions at each level are presented.

Note: aspects & purposes & functions of external structure in music therapy

Keyword(s): Music therapy; therapeutic processes

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