H.R. No. 257
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The practice of music therapy has been effectively
used to promote healing and enhance the physical, mental, and
emotional well-being of countless individuals; and
WHEREAS, A clinical, evidence-based discipline, music
therapy is defined as the application of music by an accredited
professional for the purpose of achieving therapeutic goals; music
therapy is used to treat persons of all ages and abilities in a
variety of settings, and it is shown to be a safe and cost-effective
method of health care due to its capacity to address multiple
patient concerns without the need for medication; and
WHEREAS, Research has found music therapy to be successful in
helping patients with Alzheimer's disease to improve their
cognitive functioning, children with autism to better communicate,
and victims of stroke to regain their speech and mobility;
moreover, music intervention has been a valuable tool for many
clients in controlling chronic pain and managing anxiety and
depression; and
WHEREAS, More than 40,000 Texans receive services from music
therapists each year; certified practitioners must complete a
degree in music therapy at a college or university approved by the
American Music Therapy Association and are credentialed by the
Certification Board for Music Therapists; and
WHEREAS, Degrees in music therapy are offered at a number of
institutions of higher learning in Texas, and many graduates of
these institutions go on to become contractors and operate small
businesses that contribute to the economies of their community and
state; and
WHEREAS, Texans from all walks of life have benefited
immeasurably from the techniques used by skilled music therapists,
and it is a privilege to join in commending them for the innovative
services they provide; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas
Legislature hereby recognize February 3, 2015, as Music Therapy Day
in Texas and extend sincere best wishes to music therapists across
the Lone Star State for success with their important work.
Naishtat
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 257 was adopted by the House on
February 3, 2015, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House