One note symphony

Abstract

Background: Most of our music therapy methods are orientated to a connection in rhythm we all can join in by feeling the beat. But when we want to play a melody together, much more complex skills are involved, and this is very difficult to accomplish in a group. There is a simple solution: when clients play just one note on a very broad range of instruments, they can get into a dialogue with another quality: the beginning of melody. For a multiple of target groups, from very young and old, small or big seize, it is possible to play this “one note”. Immediately people can make contact and feel the connection, as they become part of an orchestra. The music therapists’ task is to listen to the group, to get every individual involved, and give support by playing various harmonies.Aim and content: In this workshop, first the participants will experience the One Note Symphony together. They will then learn how to structure the instrumental dialogue and work on therapeutic goals. They will finally learn to use d...