Canadian Music Therapy

About Canadian Music Therapy

How are music therapists changing the lives of people in Canada? What is the latest research and trends? Join music therapist, Adrienne Pringle and business leader, Cathy Thompson as they connect with fascinating guests for conversations about the world of music therapy – from research to thought leadership. Guests share their stories about the impact of music therapy to improve our health and well-being.

Publisher

Beyond the Studio

Category

education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

10 Feb 2021

Latest episode

16 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

94 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   16 Sept 2026

   Wellplayed: Canada’s First Evidence-Informed Digital Platform

   In this episode, we are speaking with Jennifer Buchanan about her journey in creating Wellplayed, a new music-therapy informed digital platform. Jennifer shares more about the platform which is used to help adults intentionally use music throughout everyday life along with what she has learned so far through focus groups, research and what first users are saying. Learn More about Wellplayed: https://jbmusictherapy.com/wellplayed-app/ (https://jbmusictherapy.com/wellplayed-app/) Here is a little more about Jennifer: Jennifer Buchanan, MBA, MTA, is the Founder and President of JB Music Therapy, a Canadian organization that supports thousands of individuals and groups each year through music therapy services, education, and workplace wellbeing experiences. A Certified Music Therapist with more than three decades of experience, Jennifer is recognized for advancing the role of music therapy through clinical leadership, keynote speaking, writing, and digital innovation. Jennifer is the former Executive Director and Past President of the Canadian Association of Music Therapists and currently serves as Vice-Chair of the Board of Directors at the National Music Centre. In recognition of JB Music Therapy's work within interdisciplinary healthcare environments, the organization received the 2025 Patient Experience Award from the Health Quality Council of Alberta. She is the author of several books, and has received the two highest honours in Canadian music therapy: the Norma Sharpe Award for lifetime achievement and the Frani Award, named in honour of music therapy pioneer and her mentor, Fran Herman. Today, Jennifer is leading the development of Wellplayed, Canada's first evidence-informed digital platform designed to help people use music better by adapting music therapy-informed processes into structured digital tools that support resilience, wellbeing, and recovery. Beyond the Studio, Sing it Girls and the Canadian Music Therapy Podcast were founded by Adrienne Pringle and Cathy Thompson. Sing it Girls program Information (https://singitgirls.ca/) Adrienne is a Registered Psychotherapist and Certified Music Therapist with over years of clinical experience working as a music therapist in hospital palliative care, and hospice. She currently works in private practice with Beyond the Studio and CHM Therapy, as an educator and supervisor with Concordia and Wilfrid Laurier Universities. She serves on the Board of Directors for the Canadian Music Therapy Fund and is a past President of the Canadian Association of Music Therapists. She created the Singing Well bereavement support group, her research in collaboration with Concordia university is published in the Summer 2018 issue of Bereavement Care. Her most recent publication, "Reflections on the Canadian Music Therapy Podcast: The First 40," can be found in the Canadian Journal of Music Therapy, 2023. Contact Adrienne for Supervision (mailto:info@beyondthestudio.ca?subject=Supervision%20Request) Cathy is a leader in business development across Canada. She is passionate about helping people discover their own talents and gifts in the areas of personal and professional development. She partnered with Adrienne to establish Beyond the Studio because of the vision of the organization. To nurture a love of music in all clients and students. Author of: The Dandelion: Secrets to Growing Your Successful Business from the Ground Up Buy Now! (https://cathythompson.biz/book) Publications: "Reflections on the Canadian Music Therapy Podcast: The First 40," can be found in the Canadian Journal of Music Therapy, 2023. Thompson, C., Girls Talk : An anti-stigma program for youngwomen to promote understanding of and awareness about depression: Facilitator’s manual, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health. Canada Contact Cathy for business development (https://cathythompson.biz/testimonials)

2. 

   17 Jun 2026

   Creative Arts Therapies in Health Care

   In this episode, we are speaking with Miya Adout about the evolution of her company, along with learning more about the newly launched, Creative Care Club. Miya also gives us a glimpse into her hopes for the future of integrating creativity and the arts into healthcare in Canada. Here is a little more about Miya: Miya Adout is a Canadian music therapist and founder of MIYA Creative Care, an organization dedicated to integrating music and creative arts therapies into dementia care, mental health, and community settings across Ontario. With over 10 years of experience, Miya is passionate about using creativity to foster connection, meaning, and emotional well-being for older adults, caregivers, and care teams. She is also the founder of CreativePsych.ca, an online psychotherapy practice offering creative therapy supports for children, teens, adults, and families. Miya frequently presents on topics related to aging, dementia care and the role of creativity in health and wellness. Beyond the Studio, Sing it Girls and the Canadian Music Therapy Podcast were founded by Adrienne Pringle and Cathy Thompson. Sing it Girls program Information (https://singitgirls.ca/) Adrienne is a Registered Psychotherapist and Certified Music Therapist with over years of clinical experience working as a music therapist in hospital palliative care, and hospice. She currently works in private practice with Beyond the Studio and CHM Therapy, as an educator and supervisor with Concordia and Wilfrid Laurier Universities. She serves on the Board of Directors for the Canadian Music Therapy Fund and is a past President of the Canadian Association of Music Therapists. Adrienne co-founded Beyond the Studio, Sing it Girls! and The Canadian Music Therapy Podcast with Cathy Thompson in 2013. Adrienne's clinical work is focused in mental health, wellness care, bereavement support, hospice palliative care, chronic illness, and using voice, song and music to support emotional and physical health across the lifespan. She created the Singing Well bereavement support group, her research in collaboration with Concordia university is published in the Summer 2018 issue of Bereavement Care. Her most recent publication, "Reflections on the Canadian Music Therapy Podcast: The First 40," can be found in the Canadian Journal of Music Therapy, 2023. Contact Adrienne for Supervision (mailto:info@beyondthestudio.ca?subject=Supervision%20Request) Cathy is a leader in business development across Canada. She is passionate about helping people discover their own talents and gifts in the areas of personal and professional development. She partnered with Adrienne to establish Beyond the Studio because of the vision of the organization. To nurture a love of music in all clients and students. Music is such a critical part of our world and Beyond the Studio offers a gateway in which people can experience more of it, through therapy and lessons. She has seen firsthand the joy and milestones that can be reached through music therapy. I'm excited that we can help more people through our psychotherapy services launched in the fall of 2023. Author of: The Dandelion: Secrets to Growing Your Successful Business from the Ground Up Buy Now! (https://cathythompson.biz/book) Publications: "Reflections on the Canadian Music Therapy Podcast: The First 40," can be found in the Canadian Journal of Music Therapy, 2023. Thompson, C., Girls Talk : An anti-stigma program for youngwomen to promote understanding of and awareness about depression: Facilitator’s manual, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health. Canada Contact Cathy for business development (https://cathythompson.biz/testimonials)

3. 

   20 May 2026

   Wisdom for New Music Therapists

   In this episode, we are speaking with Aprajita, Madi and Rhonda about their experiences as new graduates of their music therapy programs. We’ll get a deeper understanding of why they decided to become music therapists along with their individual words of wisdom for new grads based on their lived experiences. Here is a little more about our guests: Aprajita Saxena is a certified music therapist with a MA in Music Therapy from Concordia University. She specializes in offering personalized and culturally sensitive music therapy services to children, youth, and older adults with varying health needs, with her practice grounded in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) principles. Her clinical experience spans mental health, wellness, and neurorehabilitation, where she takes a human-centered approach to support individuals in reaching their holistic goals. Drawing on both Western music therapy training and her foundation in Indian classical music, Aprajita is passionate about exploring music’s role in fostering emotional regulation, relaxation, and wellbeing across diverse cultural contexts. Madi Trupp has a Bachelor of Arts in Vocal Music and completed their Master of Music Therapy at Wilfrid Laurier University in 2024. They are dual qualified as a Board Certified Music Therapist/Certified Music Therapist and Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying). Madi uses a client centered and resource-oriented approach to music therapy, working collaboratively with clients to build up internal and external resources to improve overall quality of life. They have experience working with both independent clients and groups across populations including long term, palliative & hospice care, supportive housing, adolescents, The autistic community and the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Madi is an advocate for trans rights and offers gender affirming care. Madi has 3 cats and is an avid reader, D&D player and video gamer. Rhonda Hanson: Music Therapy as a second career opened up a vast world of human connections and healing through music for Rhonda. Before becoming a Music Therapist, she spent over twenty years teaching in public school systems in Nova Scotia and Ontario. Rhonda is the owner of Set the Tone for the Love of Music, a private Music Therapy/Education practice in Halifax. Besides music, the therapeutic relationships created through Music Therapy are what truly light up her soul. She works with a wide variety of populations including; seniors living in long term care, people with developmental disabilities and youth/adults to support mental health and well-being. Beyond the Studio, Sing it Girls and the Canadian Music Therapy Podcast were founded by Adrienne Pringle and Cathy Thompson. Sing it Girls program Information (https://singitgirls.ca/) Adrienne is a Registered Psychotherapist and Certified Music Therapist with over years of clinical experience working as a music therapist in hospital palliative care, and hospice. She currently works in private practice with Beyond the Studio and CHM Therapy, as an educator and supervisor with Concordia and Wilfrid Laurier Universities. Contact Adrienne for Supervision (mailto:info@beyondthestudio.ca?subject=Supervision%20Request) Cathy is a leader in business development across Canada. She is passionate about helping people discover their own talents and gifts in the areas of personal and professional development. She partnered with Adrienne to establish Beyond the Studio because of the vision of the organization. Author of: The Dandelion: Secrets to Growing Your Successful Business from the Ground Up Buy Now! (https://cathythompson.biz/book) Publications: "Reflections on the Canadian Music Therapy Podcast: The First 40," can be found in the Canadian Journal of Music Therapy, 2023. Thompson, C., Girls Talk : An anti-stigma program for youngwomen to promote understanding of and awareness about depression: Facilitator’s manual, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health. Canada Contact Cathy for business development (https://cathythompson.biz/testimonials)

Who has been a guest on Canadian Music Therapy

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• Meredith Evans
• Julia St. Cyr
• Kathy Lepp

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