Historical Usage of Musictherapy

The use of music as a therapeutic tool dates back to ancient times. The Greeks used music in healing rituals, and in the Middle Ages, music was used to treat mental illness. In the 18th century, music was used in hospitals to calm patients and reduce pain.

The modern practice of music therapy began in the 20th century, with the establishment of the National Association for Music Therapy in the United States in 1950.

Music therapy has since become an established form of therapy used in hospitals, schools, and rehabilitation centers around the world.