Capilano University Music Therapy

CapU alumni Amara shares her client’s songwriting from their music therapy sessions.

CapUMT 1976-2026 Homecoming!! We are excited to celebrate 50 years of music therapy education at Capilano University with you!! Save the date, Oct. 17, 2026 - we are going to party!! Please message us with any ideas, questions, or plans you have and we will make it happen. See you on Oct. 17 at Capilano University!!

Cap alumni Nadine Veroba has created a beautiful practise founded on person-centred care with elders.

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"I work to develop a therapeutic relationship with each person by connecting with them through music,” says Nadine Verboa, a certified music therapist at Youville Home.

Nadine says there are numerous benefits to music therapy, including increased relaxation, self-expression, overall health and well-being and decreased feelings of isolation.

For people who have experienced long-term anxiety, it can be very calming ― they may even feel the positive effects for days after a session.
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KeyToYourHealth

Capilano is proud to have its students, interns and alumni at Louis Brier offering exceptional music therapy services to the residents.

Celebrating Music Therapy Awareness Month !
"Our extraordinary team brings the healing power of music to our residents every day. From calming melodies to joyful tunes, they create moments of connection, spark memories, and uplift spirits. Through their work, they not only support emotional and cognitive well-being but also enhance the overall quality of life for our residents, making each day brighter and more meaningful."

Music therapy faculty have joined forces this year with music diploma and jazz faculty to promote music training at CapU and the strong link that our 3 programs have. We have shared table space at 4 open houses and career fairs. We so appreciate our colleagues.

We had an amazing time at the Exploring Careers in the Arts event yesterday! Local students learned about our Music Diploma, Music Therapy & Jazz Studies programs at CapU.
📍Gordon Smith Art Gallery - Lonsdale, North Van

It's hard to explain just how much Music Heals Canada has profoundly positively impacted music therapy in B.C. It's also hard to accept to loss of such a generous and impactful person. The entire Cap U music therapy faculty sends our love and deepest condolences to Dave's family and loved ones at this difficult time.
Thank you Dave, so much. For everything.

With heavy hearts, we share the passing of our Music Heals Founder and Board President, David Barnett.⁠
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David built Music Heals from a deep belief in the power of music to comfort, connect, and heal. Music was not just something he loved; it was how he brought people together. Whether through a shared song, a moment of listening, or an act of service, he had a rare ability to make everyone feel seen and welcome.⁠
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His kindness, generosity, and unwavering commitment to helping others shaped this organization and touched countless lives. The impact of his vision will continue to be felt through every note, every session, and every person we provide with music therapy.⁠
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We are profoundly grateful for his leadership, his heart, and the legacy he leaves behind. Our thoughts are with his loved ones during this difficult time, and we will honour him by carrying his mission forward.

A huge thank you to our student ambassadors for helping the open house Explore Cap U event be a rousing success! Ash, Ferdinand, Neela, Noah, and Tyler spoke with so many prospective music therapy students and their families about the program and what they are learning in their journey to become a music therapist. We couldn't have done it without you!