Why choose MSM
- Credentialled Music Therapists
- Neurodiversity-Affirming Approach
- Individualised Goal Setting
- Sensory-Friendly Learning Strategies
- Play-Based and Strengths-Based Practice
- Family Collaboration and Progress Updates
Suitable for individuals with:
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- ADHD
- Dyslexia
- Learning Disabilities
- Intellectual Disabilities
- Sensory Processing Differences
- Communication Challenges
- Other Neurodivergent Profiles
No prior music experience is required.
About Our Music Therapy Programmes
At Methodist School of Music, our music therapy programmes support neurodivergent individuals through personalised, strengths-based and play-based approaches. Led by credentialled music therapists and supported by experienced teachers, each programme is tailored to the individual’s strengths, goals, interests and preferred ways of learning. No prior music experience is required.
Our programmes include music activities such as singing, playing instruments, moving to music, improvising, songwriting, and listening. These activities help improve communication, social interaction, emotional regulation, confidence, attention, motor skills, and sensory development, all while fostering musical growth and a love for music.
Our programmes focus on:
- Communication and interaction
- Social-emotional development
- Confidence and self-expression
- Attention and engagement
- Emotional regulation
- Motor and sensory development
- Musical growth and enjoyment
What Is Music Therapy?
Music therapy is the evidence-based use of music interventions within a therapeutic relationship to achieve functional, developmental, educational and wellbeing goals. Sessions are adapted in real time according to each individual’s needs, strengths and responses.
Music therapists use music experiences such as:
- Singing
- Instrument playing
- Improvisation
- Movement
- Songwriting
- Listening activities
Sessions
Music Therapy
Led by a credentialled music therapist. For individuals who would benefit from support in areas such as:
- Communication
- Social interaction
- Emotional development
- Self-regulation
- Motor skills
- Cognitive development
Music Learning Support
For neurodivergent learners interested in developing musical skills in a supportive, adapted environment.
Supported by teachers experienced in diverse learning needs, with guidance from MSM’s music therapy team where appropriate.
Our Approach
Neurodiversity-Affirming Practice
We recognise and celebrate individual differences, focusing on strengths, interests and preferred ways of learning.
Strengths-Based and Play-Based Learning
Sessions build on what each individual already enjoys and does well.
Family Partnership
Parents are welcome to participate and receive regular updates on progress.
Ongoing Assessment
Goals and strategies are reviewed regularly to ensure they remain meaningful and relevant.
Enhanced Offerings
As a student of MSM, you will get to access to the following benefits
Community Projects
Serve the community with music through recitals and outreach events.
Studio Rentals
Rent our studios at a special rate for your practices and exam recordings.
Performance Opportunities
Share your music and gain exposure through at least 2-3 performances a year.
Masterclasses
Hone your craft beyond lesson time through masterclasses on both individual and collaborative music-making.
Meet Our Instructors
Ms Jacqueline Chow
Registered Music Therapist, Programme Lead (Outreach)
- Bachelor of Music (Music Therapy) – Class I Honours (University of Queensland), Registered Music Therapist (Australia), Professional Member (Association For Music Therapy, Singapore), AMusA (Piano) – Australia
- Over 15 years of Clinical Experience
- Strengths: Creativity and connection
- Philosophy: “I strongly believe in presumed competence, play-based learning, and the transformative power of Music Therapy. By weaving these together, I aim to nurture each individual’s strengths and support growth through the power of music.”
Ms Deanne Ng
Registered Music Therapist
- Master of Music Therapy (University of Melbourne), Registered Music Therapist (Australian Music Therapy Association), Professional Member (Association for Music Therapy Singapore)
- Strengths: Encouraging and sensitive
- Philosophy: “I believe that every child is inherently musical and capable of growth when supported in the right environment. My teaching approach is strengths-based and person-centred; rather than focusing on what a student struggles with, I build from what they naturally do well. Music is more than just technical skill, but a pathway to confidence and resilience.”
Ms Krystal Wee
Music Therapist
- Master of Music (Music Therapy) & Mental Health Counseling
- More than 10 years of Clinical Experience
- Strengths: Attuned facilitation and relational depth
- Philosophy: “I value individual agency, creative engagement, and the multi-faceted aspects of music. By combining these perspectives, I work to celebrate each person’s authentic self and support their growth through a safe, adaptive musical space.”
Ms Kathryn Cheng
Assistant Programme Executive (Worship and Church Music), Music Arranger
- Bachelor of Music, Berklee College of Music
- 6 years of teaching experience
- Strengths: Composition; improvisation; classical piano
- Philosophy: “Music education is not just about technique. Learning the history, theory, and how it works and learning to love various types of music, that’s what makes it a lifelong journey.”
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Music therapy is accessible regardless of musical background. We believe that music is something every individual can experience, express, and enjoy in their own unique way
We support a wide range of communication styles, including AAC users and non-speaking individuals.
Yes! We love for parents to be part of the music therapy journey. If parents choose to sit out, we still provide updates through texts, photos, and videos (with parental consent). Sometimes you need to see music therapy to truly believe it.
Progress is monitored through ongoing assessment, documentation and parent feedback.
Yes! Every individual is unique and has their own strengths. Our music therapists adopt a strength-based, play-based approach tailored to individual needs. Ongoing assessment is also conducted to keep pace with the evolving needs of each individual.
Music therapy sessions are led by a trained and credentialled music therapist. A music therapist is a healthcare professional who uses music as a therapeutic tool to support an individual’s developmental, emotional, cognitive, social, or physical goals. Just as a doctor uses medicine or a physiotherapist uses movement, a music therapist uses music-based interventions to help clients achieve meaningful outcomes.
As MSM offers a wide variety of programmes, the fee varies for each course. Besides lesson fees, a one-time registration fee of $43.60 and a refundable $100 deposit applies for one-on-one music lessons. We recommend a trial lesson first. This gives you time with the teacher, a feel for how lessons are run, and space to share what you hope to learn. Book a trial here.
Besides in-house student recitals, MSM students may also perform in church and community events that are outside the four walls of the school.
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