The Music as a Healing Art Initiative at Longy

In alignment with Longy’s mission to educate musicians to make a difference in the world, the Music as a Healing Art Initiative is a multifaceted program consisting of course work, engagement with community partners, and the option of formal certification in therapeutic music through the Music for Healing and Transition Program™ (MHTP), offered as a summer institute at Longy.

The Music as a Healing Art Initiative at Longy offers this music as our heartfelt expression of gratitude, to boost your spirits and bring comfort and respite. Music provided by both faculty and students.


Music for Relaxation
and Contemplation

A variety of musical styles to help you relax and reflect.


Music for Engagement
Uplifting and Humorous

A variety of musical styles that are lighter and provide energy and escape.


Music for Comfort
Sleep, Peaceful Rest, and Calm Breath

A variety of musical styles to help you slow down, ease you into sleep, and encourage deeper and slower breathing.


Longy’s Music as a Healing Art Initiative is sponsored in part by the Cambridge Arts Council.