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Prelude Music Therapy

WELCOME TO PRELUDE MUSIC THERAPY

Prelude Music Therapy is dedicated to serving children and adults with special needs through the transformative power of music. Our mission is to share valuable information, and create, and publish effective music therapy strategies that can make a meaningful difference in the lives of our clients. We invite you to explore the various pages on our site to learn more about the impact of music therapy.

 

Kathleen Coleman, MMT, MT-BC and Betsey King, PhD, MT-BC founded Prelude Music Therapy in 1995 while living and working in the Dallas/Fort Worth area of north Texas. Kathleen and Betsey are both board-certified music therapists with significant experience in special education and neurorehabilitation.

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WHAT IS MUSIC THERAPY

Music therapists combine evidence-based techniques with skilled and spontaneous music-making as well as a deep understanding of individual needs.

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WHAT TO EXPECT

 What should you expect from a board-certified music therapist? Find out here, then explore some of our resources.

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FAQ's

 Find some basic answers about music therapy and Prelude here -- and then learn how to discover answers to your specific interests. 

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PRELUDE MUSIC THERAPY PRODUCTS

Songbooks and other materials for use in educational settings, resources from some of our colleagues, a guide to songwriting for student and professional music therapists, and the SEMTAP: Special Education Music Therapy Assessment Process.

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At Prelude Music Therapy, we are dedicated to serving individuals with special needs through the transformative power of music. Our materials are designed to create a supportive and engaging environment for all.

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Unless otherwise indicated, all material is © Kathleen Coleman & Betsey King, 1996-2026.
No use without written permission from one of the authors.

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