Business Details
21 Years
experience
Expert Music Therapy Services Nashville
Founded in June 2005, Musical Bridges is a nonprofit organization dedicated to delivering high-quality Neurologic Music Therapy services across Middle Tennessee. Our mission focuses on making music therapy accessible to individuals of all ages, particularly those with disabilities, through innovative and client-centered approaches. Our team of board-certified music therapists combines over 25 years of collective expertise to address diverse needs, including autism, developmental disorders, speech challenges, and palliative care. We maintain rigorous professional standards by adhering to the latest research and participating in ongoing training programs like Neurologic Music Therapy (NMT). Our services extend to clinics, homes, schools, and community centers, ensuring comprehensive care tailored to individual goals. We collaborate with clients and families to foster communication, emotional regulation, and social skills through customized interventions. As active members of the American Music Therapy Association, we prioritize continuing education and community advocacy. Our therapists hold credentials from institutions such as Tennessee Technological University and Mississippi University for Women, bringing specialized expertise in sensory regulation, gestalt language processing, and adaptive techniques. We serve populations ranging from infants to the elderly, emphasizing accessibility through partnerships with local facilities. With satellite offices in Hendersonville and Murfreesboro, we remain committed to expanding our outreach while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and compassion.
Services
Music Therapy
Social Skills Groups
Adapted Music Lessons
Traditional Music Lessons
Music Enrichment
Birthday Parties
Served areas
- Williamson County, Davidson County, Rutherford County
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- Our board-certified therapists offer over 25 years of combined experience in music therapy
- We specialize in serving individuals with autism and developmental disorders
- Nonprofit status ensures accessible care through community partnerships
- Therapists complete advanced training in Neurologic Music Therapy (NMT)
- Services available in clinics, homes, schools, and community centers
What people say
Personalized therapy approaches
Compassionate staff
Noticeable communication progress
Creative interventions
Engaging sessions
Services
Music Therapy
Customized music-based interventions address communication, emotional regulation, and cognitive development for individuals with autism, developmental disorders, and other conditions. Sessions incorporate singing, songwriting, and improvisation tailored to client goals. Our evidence-based approach integrates Neurologic Music Therapy techniques to maximize therapeutic outcomes.
Adapted Music Lessons
Tailored music education using color-coding, alternative notation, and visual aids for individuals with special needs. These lessons reduce frustration while teaching piano, guitar, or voice through adaptive techniques that promote musical skill development in accessible formats for neurodiverse learners.
Social Skills Groups
Structured group sessions focusing on eye contact, teamwork, and communication through music-making activities. Designed for 3-10 participants aged 14 months to adults, these groups use interactive instruments and movement exercises to develop social interaction skills in a supportive environment.
Traditional Music Lessons
Offering piano, voice, guitar, and ukulele instruction in Suzuki and traditional methods. Lessons include music theory, history, and games covering classical, jazz, and contemporary styles. Available for all skill levels with customizable curriculum options for individual progress.
Birthday Parties
Interactive music-themed celebrations featuring singing, dancing, instrument play, and parachute activities. These 100% cleanup-free events accommodate children of all abilities with customized entertainment packages ensuring complete accessibility and engagement for every participant.
Questions
What populations do you serve?
We work with individuals from infancy through seniors, specializing in autism, developmental disorders, speech challenges, and palliative care across Nashville and Middle Tennessee.
Are services available outside clinic walls?
Yes, we provide in-home visits, school programs, nursing home sessions, and community center partnerships throughout the Nashville area.
Do you offer family therapy sessions?
Our family sessions incorporate parents and siblings into music therapy to improve communication, cooperation, and family bonding through musical activities.
Can I schedule a trial session?
We offer 15-minute introductory consultations to explore whether music therapy would benefit you or your loved one before committing to regular sessions.
Are your therapists certified?
All our therapists hold MT-BC board certification and participate in ongoing continuing education, including specialized Neurologic Music Therapy training.
Do you accept new clients?
Yes, we currently accept new clients of all ages. Contact us through our website to discuss availability and begin the onboarding process.
Reviews (2)
Nagavijaya Oruganti
Apr 24, 2022
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My son Ishan has been learning piano from musical bridges for over 5 years now. I found them on one of the autism resources website and feel lucky to have come across Melissa. She has been wonderful and patient with him. Ishan has come a long way with his piano skills and now he learn from Erin who is wonderful too.
Robert Kent
Apr 15, 2022
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Both of our children have been involved with Musical Bridges for the past three years. They have been studying mainly piano and guitar, learning how to play those instruments, while also learning how to read music and understand music theory. Isabella has Down syndrome and her sister Meronica who is five years younger is typical and supportive. Both have thrived under the meticulous instruction of Melissa and Erin.
The musical knowledge they have garnered over the years with Musical Bridges has helped both kids in school, and in their social lives. Kudos to Musical Bridges for all they do, especially being able to continue non-stop through the pandemic. MUSICAL BRIDGES ROCKS!
The musical knowledge they have garnered over the years with Musical Bridges has helped both kids in school, and in their social lives. Kudos to Musical Bridges for all they do, especially being able to continue non-stop through the pandemic. MUSICAL BRIDGES ROCKS!