Dis/Abling Musicking: Reflections on a Disability Studies Perspective in Music Therapy.

Authors

  • Maren Metell

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.15845/voices.v14i3.786

Keywords:

disability studies, music therapy, social model, dialogue

Abstract

This theoretical paper aims to explore the role of a disability studies perspective in music therapy. Disability studies in context of music therapy is a field that is under development. I argue that a disability studies perspective both supports and challenges music therapy models, practice, and research. A disability studies perspective provides a theoretical framework for social justice and the appraisal of diversity, as well as it challenges attitudes and values. This paper suggests dialogues and collaboration between music therapy and disability studies.

Author Biography

Maren Metell

Maren Metell trained as a music therapist at University in Bergen from 2008-2011. She works currently as an adviser in a competence center for vision and is interested in community music therapy, disability and participation.

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Published

2014-09-01

How to Cite

Metell, M. (2014). Dis/Abling Musicking: Reflections on a Disability Studies Perspective in Music Therapy. Voices: A World Forum for Music Therapy, 14(3). https://doi.org/10.15845/voices.v14i3.786