musictherapyuk.bsky.social @musictherapyuk.bsky.social · 01/10/2026766 signatures so far and counting! Thank you to everyone who has signed and shared our petition so far. Sign it here, and please do share it and help us spread the word: petition.parliament.uk/petitions/77... 000
musictherapyuk.bsky.social @musictherapyuk.bsky.social · 28/09/2026Sign and share our petition! petition.parliament.uk/petitions/77... The government has announced a major expansion of community mental health support across England and BAMT believes Music Therapy MUST be included in the development of these services from the outset. Sign and share if you agree! 001
musictherapyuk.bsky.social @musictherapyuk.bsky.social · 18/09/2026Ready to take your safeguarding knowledge to the next level? Join Penny Rogers this November for our certified Safeguarding Adults – Level 4 training, delivered online across four Tuesday evenings: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/safeguardi... 000
musictherapyuk.bsky.social @musictherapyuk.bsky.social · 16/09/2026In case anyone needed to be reminded of this today! Image: Music Therapist Angeliki Gkini and Service User Evie / Forth Music Therapy Service 010
musictherapyuk.bsky.social @musictherapyuk.bsky.social · 11/09/2026🛡️ Safeguarding Adults – Level 3 Join us online for this one-day certified training, suitable both for those completing Level 3 for the first time and for practitioners undertaking a refresher: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/safeguardi... 000
musictherapyuk.bsky.social @musictherapyuk.bsky.social · 08/09/2026Music Therapists, are you joining us for the #BAMT2026 online conference this November? The conference aims to acknowledge, connect and explore the challenges and opportunities for Music Therapy in an ever-changing landscape. See the full programme and register here: bamtconference.co.uk 000
musictherapyuk.bsky.social @musictherapyuk.bsky.social · 08/09/2026A big welcome to everyone beginning their Music Therapy training this academic year! We hope the months ahead bring learning, discovery, challenge, creativity and connection as you begin your journey into what we happen to think is the BEST profession. No, we’re not taking arguments on that.😀 100
musictherapyuk.bsky.social @musictherapyuk.bsky.social · 07/09/2026One for our Members! Our next free online drop-in event is on Tuesday 29 September at 6pm. The topic for discussion is imposter syndrome. The link to sign up is in your latest weekly update email, and it will be included in our next weekly email, which should land in your inboxes this Thursday. 000
musictherapyuk.bsky.social @musictherapyuk.bsky.social · 06/09/2026⏰ Early Bird booking for the BAMT 2026 Conference ends tomorrow, Monday 7 Sept, at 12pm! Register now to take advantage of our Early Bird rates: bamtconference.co.uk 000
musictherapyuk.bsky.social @musictherapyuk.bsky.social · 01/09/2026Join us for our one-day, certified Safeguarding Adults Level 3 training in October! The training is open to practitioners working across Health, Social Care and Education, with elements tailored specifically to the needs and experiences of Music Therapists. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/safeguardi... 000
musictherapyuk.bsky.social @musictherapyuk.bsky.social · 25/08/2026To understand how #MusicTherapy transforms lives, look no further than this wonderful story from Cambridge University Hospitals. A huge congratulations to Grace from all of us at BAMT! 🎹💙 Read Grace’s story here: www.cuh.nhs.uk/news/grace-w...cuh.nhs.ukAmazing Grace wins The Piano TV showYour visit 010
musictherapyuk.bsky.social @musictherapyuk.bsky.social · 24/08/2026Join us this Saturday for our popular Introduction to Music Therapy workshop, an ideal starting point for anyone curious about Music Therapy as a career. Find out more and book your spot here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/introducti... 000
musictherapyuk.bsky.social @musictherapyuk.bsky.social · 16/08/2026Just a couple of weeks to go! Join us for our popular Introduction to Music Therapy workshop, the ideal foundation if you are curious about Music Therapy as a career. Find out more and book your spot here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/introducti... 000
musictherapyuk.bsky.social @musictherapyuk.bsky.social · 04/08/2026What does the future hold for Music Therapy and how do we navigate it? Introducing our panel keynote for the #BAMT2026 conference (21-22 Nov 2026) Early bird rates for the conference have been extended to 12pm on Monday 7 September 2026. Register now: bamtconference.co.uk 001
musictherapyuk.bsky.social @musictherapyuk.bsky.social · 30/07/2026We're pleased to announce new dates for our popular safeguarding training. Training is open to all Health, Social Care or Education practitioners though elements will be tailored to the needs of Music Therapists, and Music Therapy case studies will be featured: www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/british-as... 010
musictherapyuk.bsky.social @musictherapyuk.bsky.social · 27/07/2026Curious about Music Therapy as a career? Join us for our popular intro workshop for an accessible overview of the core principles and practice of Music Therapy. You'll learn the training pathways and the steps involved in becoming a Music Therapist: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/introducti...? 010
musictherapyuk.bsky.social @musictherapyuk.bsky.social · 24/07/2026We're pleased to announce a free roundtable event for BAMT members, which seeks to explore the ongoing position of class within the profession of Music Therapy in the UK. If you're a member, the sign-up link is in your weekly bulletin email, which should have landed in your inbox yesterday. 010
musictherapyuk.bsky.social @musictherapyuk.bsky.social · 20/07/2026Curious about Music Therapy? Join us for our popular Introduction to Music Therapy, designed to provide an overview of the fundamental principles and practices of Music Therapy in the UK: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/introducti...? 000
musictherapyuk.bsky.social @musictherapyuk.bsky.social · 16/07/2026What can Music Therapy offer when facing death, loss and grief? talkingaboutbereavement.podbean.com/e/what-can-m... In the Talking about Bereavement podcast, Dr Clare Tucker talks to Giorgos Tsiris and Dr Lisa Graham Wisner about the role of Music Therapy in bereavement and palliative care.talkingaboutbereavement.podbean.comWhat can Music Therapy offer when facing death, loss and grief? | Talking about BereavementIn this episode, Dr Clare Tucker talks to Giorgos Tsiris, Music Therapy Professor, Queen Margaret University / Director of Education, Research and Creative Arts at St Columba’s Hospice Care,… 000
musictherapyuk.bsky.social @musictherapyuk.bsky.social · 10/07/2026Discover the programme for BAMT 2026! We are pleased to reveal the programme for our online conference, happening 21-22 November 2026: www.bamtconference.co.uk Early bird pricing is available until 12 noon (BST) on 7 August 2026. Lead presenters must book before the early bird deadline. 000
musictherapyuk.bsky.social @musictherapyuk.bsky.social · 09/07/2026Our online conference is happening this November, and we’re delighted to say we’ll be sharing programme announcements very soon. If you’re a BAMT member, keep an eye out for today’s bulletin email! ✨ Register now for early bird rates: www.bamtconference.co.uk 000
musictherapyuk.bsky.social @musictherapyuk.bsky.social · 06/07/2026As many Music Therapy students and trainees begin to wrap up studies, placements and end-of-year commitments, we hope you are able to take some time to rest over the summer. The same goes for the whole Music Therapy community. Self-care is not an indulgence but a necessity. 000
musictherapyuk.bsky.social @musictherapyuk.bsky.social · 25/06/2026Check out the latest episode of Music Therapy Conversations, where Luke Annesley and Ben Richardson have a fascinating discussion: www.bamt.org/DB/podcasts-... 000
musictherapyuk.bsky.social @musictherapyuk.bsky.social · 23/06/2026Last chance to book for our upcoming Safeguarding Level 4 training, starting next week! Sessions will take place on four consecutive Tuesday evenings, starting next Tuesday 30 June. Find out more here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/safeguardi... 000
musictherapyuk.bsky.social @musictherapyuk.bsky.social · 18/06/2026In order to practice as a Music Therapist in the UK, you must complete a MA training course validated by the Health and Care Professions' Council (HCPC) and obtain state registration with the HCPC. There are currently ten training courses in the UK, read more here: www.bamt.org/training. 000
musictherapyuk.bsky.social @musictherapyuk.bsky.social · 11/06/2026New podcast!🎙️In the latest episode of Music Therapy Conversations, host Luke Annesley interviews Mary-Clare Fearn, a HCPC-registered and neurologic Music Therapist, supervisor, trainer and consultant with experience across education, healthcare and community settings: www.bamt.org/DB/podcasts-... 000
musictherapyuk.bsky.social @musictherapyuk.bsky.social · 08/06/2026We are pleased to share the findings from BAMT's Membership Survey. Over 200 members completed the survey, providing valuable insight into members’ experiences, the current Music Therapy landscape, and how BAMT can continue to support Music Therapists and Music Therapy: www.bamt.org/DB/news-view... 000
musictherapyuk.bsky.social @musictherapyuk.bsky.social · 02/06/2026Last chance to book for our upcoming training, Safeguarding Adults - Level 3, this Saturday! www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/safeguardi... 000
musictherapyuk.bsky.social @musictherapyuk.bsky.social · 28/05/2026In case you missed it: We were grateful for the opportunity to publish this anonymous guest blog from a parent reflecting on their family’s experience of Music Therapy, following their child’s diagnosis of ADHD and ASD: www.bamt.org/DB/blog/more... 000
musictherapyuk.bsky.social @musictherapyuk.bsky.social · 11/05/2026Call to action for Music Therapists: Respond to the consultation on SEND reforms It is vital that Music Therapists’ expertise, experience and professional insight are reflected in the consultation process. Find out more and download the resource here: www.bamt.org/DB/news-view... 000
musictherapyuk.bsky.social @musictherapyuk.bsky.social · 08/05/2026We are thrilled to announce that tickets for our 2026 online conference, taking place on 21–22 November, are now on sale! www.bamtconference.co.uk/en/ Discounted rates are available for BAMT members, and Early Bird prices run until 7 August. We are pleased to offer an instalment payment option. 000
musictherapyuk.bsky.social @musictherapyuk.bsky.social · 30/04/2026Limited spaces remain for this fantastic workshop in May, which will offer practical and objective approaches to creating bespoke evaluation tools in #MusicTherapy. Find out more here, and book your spot! www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/developing... 000
musictherapyuk.bsky.social @musictherapyuk.bsky.social · 28/04/2026Book now for our Safeguarding training in June - limited spaces remain! Training is open to all health, social care or education practitioners however, elements will be tailored to the needs of Music Therapists and draw on Music Therapy case studies. www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/british-as... 000
musictherapyuk.bsky.social @musictherapyuk.bsky.social · 27/04/2026Our Director of Professional Affairs Karen Diamond represented BAMT at the launch of the #MentalHealth in #NorthernIreland: Current Services and Strategic Priorities report last week, and met with the NI Health Collective too. Read the report here: www.mentalhealthchampion-ni.org.uk/publications... 000
musictherapyuk.bsky.social @musictherapyuk.bsky.social · 20/04/2026It's #GreenerAHP Week! This campaign aims to generate essential conversations about sustainability within the AHPs, and raise awareness of the shifts required to build a Greener AHP programme, nationally and regionally: www.england.nhs.uk/ahp/greener-... 000
musictherapyuk.bsky.social @musictherapyuk.bsky.social · 16/04/2026We're looking forward to supporting #GreenerAHP Week next week, which aims to raise awareness of the links between health and climate change; the NHS Net Zero ambition, and the shifts required to build a Greener AHP programme, nationally and regionally: www.england.nhs.uk/ahp/greener-... 000
musictherapyuk.bsky.social @musictherapyuk.bsky.social · 15/04/2026THANK YOU for supporting our campaign for #WorldMusicTherapyWeek! We hope you can join us for another big moment for Music Therapy... our online conference, 21-22 November 2026! The theme for the conference is Music Therapy in a changing landscape. Tickets will be on sale very soon! 010
musictherapyuk.bsky.social @musictherapyuk.bsky.social · 15/04/2026With one day left of #WorldMusicTherapyWeek, we're continuing to explore the intersections between Music Therapy and other disciplines. Here, we look the relationship between Music Therapy and Speech and Language Therapy. Have a read to find out about this vital collaboration. 000
musictherapyuk.bsky.social @musictherapyuk.bsky.social · 14/04/2026Louise Kelly talks about the impact of music across the lifespan in this inspirational TEDx Talk. #WorldMusicTherapyWeek www.youtube.com/watch?v=TTKe... 000
musictherapyuk.bsky.social @musictherapyuk.bsky.social · 14/04/2026"We knew that lived experience would matter" As we continue with #WorldMusicTherapyWeek, we are grateful to publish this anonymous guest blog from a parent reflecting on their family’s experience of Music Therapy, following their child’s diagnosis of ADHD and ASD. www.bamt.org/DB/blog/more...bamt.orgBAMT - British Association of Music TherapyBAMT - British Association of Music Therapy 010
musictherapyuk.bsky.social @musictherapyuk.bsky.social · 12/04/2026Another beautiful film that felt just right for #WorldMusicTherapyWeek. This animation that was cocreated by a group of arts psychotherapists and former Service Users with lived experience. We've no doubt you'll find it beautiful and moving, as we did. www.youtube.com/watch?v=l34o...youtube.comConnecting Creatively 2026 - no subtitles 010
musictherapyuk.bsky.social @musictherapyuk.bsky.social · 12/04/2026For #WorldMusicTherapyWeek and this year's theme, 'connecting borders', we're exploring the intersections between Music Therapy and other disciplines. In this video, Music Therapist Jessica Tomey talks about her work at a residential therapeutic school for children aged 5-19. 000
musictherapyuk.bsky.social @musictherapyuk.bsky.social · 11/04/2026Has #WorldMusicTherapyWeek made you curious about what it would be like to work as Music Therapist? Join us for our popular online Introduction to Music Therapy workshop on Saturday 6 June. Find out more and book your place here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/introducti... 000
musictherapyuk.bsky.social @musictherapyuk.bsky.social · 11/04/2026Neurologic Music Therapist Elizabeth Nightingale shares her insights on digital Music Therapy in this video, highlighting how thoughtful, safe online practice can help extend therapeutic support beyond traditional settings. #WorldMusicTherapyWeek 000
musictherapyuk.bsky.social @musictherapyuk.bsky.social · 11/04/2026If there is one film we must reshare with you for #WorldMusicTherapyWeek, it's this one. Our film, 'What's it like to experience Music Therapy' features powerful stories and experiences of Music Therapy from Service Users: smileycharityfilmawards.com/films/whats-...smileycharityfilmawards.comWhat's it like to experience Music Therapy?The Smiley Charity Film Awards is the world’s biggest campaign to promote cause-based films. Nearly half a million members of the public have voted in the… 000
musictherapyuk.bsky.social @musictherapyuk.bsky.social · 11/04/2026A glimpse into the evidence for Music Therapy for #WorldMusicTherapyWeek. If you're a Music Therapist, what would you add to this list? There's much more! 000
musictherapyuk.bsky.social @musictherapyuk.bsky.social · 10/04/2026In order to practice as a Music Therapist in the UK, you must complete a MA training course validated by the Health and Care Professions' Council (HCPC) and obtain state registration with the HCPC. There are currently ten training courses in the UK: www.bamt.org/training. #WorldMusicTherapyWeek 000
musictherapyuk.bsky.social @musictherapyuk.bsky.social · 10/04/2026Music Therapy is an evidence-based intervention and an Allied Health Profession. There is a substantial evidence base for the practice and benefits of the Music Therapy profession across Client populations. #WorldMusicTherapyWeek 000
musictherapyuk.bsky.social @musictherapyuk.bsky.social · 10/04/2026Let's raise awareness for the Music Therapy profession, starting with this simple outline of what Music Therapists do. Please share! #WorldMusicTherapistWeek 000
musictherapyuk.bsky.social @musictherapyuk.bsky.social · 10/04/2026It’s here... #WorldMusicTherapyWeek starts today and runs until Wednesday 15 April 🤩 Join us as we spotlight the impact of Music Therapy, champion the profession and Service Users, and recognise the invaluable contribution of Music Therapists. 000
