CMT CMT Music Theory & Musicianship for Therapists

Question 1

Which musical element is most directly associated with regulating a client's arousal level in a therapeutic session?

Accepted Answer

Tempo

Answer

Tempo directly influences physiological arousal, with faster tempos increasing and slower tempos decreasing activation levels.

Question 2

In music therapy, the iso principle involves matching music to the client's current state and then doing what?

Accepted Answer

Gradually shifting the music toward the therapeutic goal

Answer

The iso principle involves first matching the client's current mood or state with music, then gradually shifting the music to guide the client toward a desired therapeutic state.

Question 3

What is the term for a short, repeated melodic or rhythmic musical phrase used frequently in music therapy sessions?

Accepted Answer

Ostinato

Answer

An ostinato is a short, persistently repeated musical phrase or rhythm, often used in music therapy to provide structure and predictability.

Question 4

A music therapist wants to encourage call-and-response interaction with a non-verbal client. Which musical concept best supports this?

Accepted Answer

Antiphony

Answer

Antiphony refers to alternating musical phrases between two parties, making it ideal for facilitating call-and-response interactions with clients.

Question 5

Which mode is commonly used in music therapy to evoke a calm, meditative atmosphere due to its lack of a leading tone?

Accepted Answer

Aeolian

Answer

The Aeolian mode (natural minor scale) lacks a raised seventh degree, giving it a smooth, restful quality often used for relaxation in music therapy.

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CMT CMT Music Theory & Musicianship for Therapists