Expressive Therapies Summit 2015

AN EVENING OF MUSIC, FOOD &
ARTS-BASED RESEARCH
PERFORMANCE

GRACE STREET
Results from the study Grace Street 
Diane Austin DA, ACMT, LCAT

Performance Credits
Diane Austin, DA, ACMT, LCAT: Writer and composer
Director of the Music Psychotherapy Center in New York City
Adjunct Associate Professor, New York University

John Mahoney, PhD., LCAT, MT-BC: Music Director
Director of Music Therapy, State University of New York, New Paltz

CAST
Alyssa R. Courter: Katie
Jeff Starace: Peter
Kristin Ryan: Hannah
Nick DeFeo: Willy

Rising from the Ashes
Created and Performed by Michael Viega, PhD, LCAT, MT-BC
Assistant Professor Music Therapy, State University of New York at New Paltz

These two performances represent the results of two arts-based research studies conducted in music therapy. Arts-based research is the reflective and systematic use of artistic process to investigate and address complex social phenomenon and interactions. Audience members will play a vital role evaluating the clinical usefulness of these performances, and will have the opportunity to interact with the researchers about the social issues addressed.

Participatory Prelude  

Led by Jon Samson, MT-BC

To get us “warmed up” for the evening, music therapist Jon Samson will facilitate a brief CoCreative music interaction involving gutsy rhythms and heartfelt melodies. Using just our voices, we’ll take a quick and humorous journey through various vocal archetypes, making connections along the way. Prepare to engage an aspect of yourself that's often eclipsed by daily responsibilities and social constraints!Tickets $25 online ($35 at door) includes reception with lite fare.

Eligible for 1.5 Credit Hours: ATCB; ASWB, APA, MFT, Nursing; SWNYS