1. Concepts
The first of the 4 pillars, The Conceptual Framework draws on philosophy, popular music studies and music therapy to broaden our approaches: cognitively, practically and socially.
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Introduction to Malleably Musical
An overview of the first pillar of Malleably Musical: The Conceptual Framework
An overview of the first pillar of Malleably Musical: The Conceptual Framework
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Is improvisation one thing? Of course not. But what is it?
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Chicken or egg? Music or therapy? Which was first?
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The attributes help us develop access to musical flexibility.
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Aesthetics
Considering aesthetics helps us develop an appreciation beyond our own taste. This is particularly important for music therapists.
Considering aesthetics helps us develop an appreciation beyond our own taste. This is particularly important for music therapists.
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It’s hard to understand when we don’t know - but we can learn and build an understanding.
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Rigidity and Plasticity
Some musical approaches tend to be very rigid with clear expectations and minimal room for variation. Developing flexibility helps establish and build musical connections.
Some musical approaches tend to be very rigid with clear expectations and minimal room for variation. Developing flexibility helps establish and build musical connections.
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Embracing and valuing individuality strengthens the connection.
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When used well, groove and vamp create a musical space for connection.
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Thin and Thick Scores
Davies’ concept of thick and thin scores describes the delegation of creative autonomy and underpins many of the aspects of the Malleably Musical program.
Davies’ concept of thick and thin scores describes the delegation of creative autonomy and underpins many of the aspects of the Malleably Musical program.
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