UPPVMP060 Complex Music Therapy 1

Faculty of Public Policies in Opava
Winter 2026
Extent and Intensity
0/26/0. 3 credit(s). Type of Completion: z (credit).
Teacher(s)
PaedDr. Irena Johanka Savková, MBA (seminar tutor)
doc. Mgr. Eva Zezulková, Ph.D. (assistant)
Guaranteed by
PaedDr. Irena Johanka Savková, MBA
Institute of Special Education – Faculty of Public Policies in Opava
Contact Person: Mgr. Denisa Janků
Prerequisites (in Czech)
FAKULTA(1951) && TYP_STUDIA(B) && FORMA(P) && ROCNIK(2) && !FVP22P001 Complex Music Therapy 1
Course Enrolment Limitations
The course is only offered to the students of the study fields the course is directly associated with.

The capacity limit for the course is 2 student(s).
Current registration and enrolment status: enrolled: 0/2, only registered: 0/2
fields of study / plans the course is directly associated with
Course objectives
The aim of the subject is to familiarize students with the theoretical and practical aspects of holistic music therapy and the possibilities of its application in practice. The teaching takes place in an experiential workshop format, where theory intertwines with practical activities.The theoretical part focuses on:- basic foundations, directions, and possibilities of music therapy,- the effects of music on the human body,- the characteristics of holistic music therapy as a specific therapeutic direction (principles, forms, utilized tools),- an introduction to tools specific to holistic music therapy.The practical part is oriented towards the participants' own experiences and includes:- acquaintance with instruments of natural tuning,- rhythm creation,- practical use of tools within active music therapy (e.g., music therapy orchestra),- completion of receptive forms of music therapy.
Learning outcomes
Expert KnowledgeThe student defines and theoretically delineates the concept of music therapy.The student characterizes the principles and specifics of a holistic music therapy approach.The student explains the basic rules, principles, and forms of music therapy.The student describes the effects of the human voice on the human organism.The student understands the principles of interpersonal communication in the context of music therapy.Expert SkillsThe student practically applies basic percussion techniques while playing the djembe.The student creates simple rhythmic structures.The student independently masters the performance on selected percussion instruments.General CompetenciesThe student assesses and adapts the space for the implementation of a music therapy circle.The student analyzes the appropriateness of chosen forms of music therapy activities for a specific target group.The student evaluates the selection and use of individual instruments in the music therapy circle with regard to the individual needs of the participants.
Syllabus
1. The Concept and Definition of Music TherapyDefinition of music therapy, characteristic features, and main goals of music therapy practice. 2. Music Therapy ApproachesOverview of the main directions in music therapy: psychodynamic, behavioral, humanistic, and holistic approaches – basic principles and differences. 3. Comparison of Music Therapy ApproachesAnalysis of the differences and specifics of individual approaches with an emphasis on practical application. 4. Holistic Music Therapy – Origin and DevelopmentHistory, theoretical foundations, and current state of the holistic music therapy direction. 5. Instruments in Holistic Music TherapyCharacteristics of untempered, ethnic, and naturally tuned instruments. 6. Percussion InstrumentsBasic knowledge of the types of percussion instruments and their use in therapy. 7. Forms of Holistic Music TherapyIndividual and group work, active and receptive forms – principles and applications. 8. Active Form of Holistic Music TherapyPrinciples of leadership, preparation of the environment, and practical procedures. 9. Receptive Form of Holistic Music TherapyPrinciples, preparation of the environment, and applications in practice. 10. The Impact of the Human Voice on the Organism and its Use in Music TherapyPhysiological and psychological aspects of the voice in the therapeutic process. 11. Verbal and Nonverbal Communication in Music Therapeutic ActivitiesThe role of communication, including alternative and augmentative methods, within music therapy. 12. Self-Reflection and Sharing ExperiencesSupporting professional development through reflection and sharing one's therapeutic experience.
Literature
    required literature
  • SAVKOVÁ, Irena Johanka. Studijní opora Celostní muzikoterapie 1. 2024, 103 pp. info
  • SAVKOVÁ, Irena Johanka. Celostní muzikoterapie jako jedna z aktivit v oblasti prevence rizikových projevů chování u dětí a mládeže (Holistic music therapy as one of thepreventive activities min pupils with problém behavior). Social pathology prevention, Silesian Univerzity Faculty of public policies in Opava. Opava: Silesian University in Opava, Faculty of Public Policies in Opava, 2021, vol. 2021, Volume VII | Issue 1, p. 77-87, 100 pp. ISSN 2464-5885. info
  • American Music Therapy Association: Definition and Quotes about Music Therapy [online]. Silver Spring: American Music Therapy Association, 2020. Dostupné z: https://www.musictherapy.org/about/quotes
  • SAVKOVÁ, Irena Johanka; Eva ZEZULKOVÁ; Veronika BOULTEROVÁ; Dita MOHELSKÁ; Magda BLAHOVÁ; Pavla MUSILOVÁ; Veronika FALTUSOVÁ; Zdeněk ČERMÁK and Alena BAZIKOVÁ. Celostní muzikoterapie v praxi pomáhajících profesí (Holistic music therapy in helping professions). 2025th ed. Opava: Slezská univerzita v Opavě, 2025, 102 pp. ISBN 978-80-7510-615-5. URL info
  • Marek,V. Hudba jinak. Praha: Eminent, 2003. ISBN: 9788072811250
  • KANTOR, J., LIPSKÝ, M., WEBER, J. et al. Základy muzikoterapie. Praha: Grada, 2009. ISBN 978-80-247-2846-9.
    recommended literature
  • GERLICHOVÁ, M. Muzikoterapie v praxi – příběhy muzikoterapeutických cest. Praha: Grada, 2020. ISBN 978-80-271-1791-8.
  • HOLZER, L., DRLÍČKOVÁ, S. Celostní muzikoterapie v institucionální výchově: metoda Lubomíra Holzera: expresivní terapeutické metody – cesta ke změně v institucionální výchově. Olomouc: Univerzita Palackého, 2012. ISBN 978-80-244-3323-3.
  • KOMÁRKOVÁ, Š. Muzikohrádky. Praha: Portál, 2021. ISBN 978-80-262-1729-9.
  • MARTINEAU, J. Tajemství hudby: melodie, rytmus, harmonie. Praha: Dokořán, 2019. ISBN 978-80-7363-966-2.
  • MORENO, J. J. Rozehrát svou vnitřní hudbu. Praha: Portál, 2005. ISBN 80-7178-980-1.
  • SACKS, O. Musicophilia: příběhy o vlivu hudby na lidský mozek. Praha: Dybbuk, 2015. ISBN 978-807-4381-324.
    not specified
  • CAMPBELL, D. Mozartův efekt. Praha: Eminent, 2008. ISBN 978-80-7281-336-0.
  • EDWARDS, J. ed. The Oxford handbook of music therapy. Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2016. ISBN 978-0-19-963975-5.
  • KOLMAN, V. O čem se nedá mluvit, o tom se musí zpívat: od formy zobrazení k formám života. Praha: Filosofia, 2017. ISBN 978-80-7007-498-5.
  • SAUS, W. Alikvótní zpěv – tajemství magického umění hlasu. Praha: Maitrea, 2019. ISBN 978-80-7500-427-7.
  • ZELEIOVÁ, J. Psychodynamické aspekty muzikoterapie: hudobnopedagogické a hudobnoterapeutické súvislosti. Trnava: Typi Universitatis Tyrnaviensis, 2012. ISBN 978-80-8082-492.
Teaching methods
Lecture, guided professional discussion, brainstorming, group work, experiential and self-experiential learning, practical demonstration and practice of music therapy techniques, reflective and self-reflective activities, independent student work, individual preparation.
Assessment methods

Course credit is awarded based on the continuous completion of assigned correspondence tasks, submitted via the Submission tool in the IS according to the instructor’s instructions. The assessment includes a final reflective report, in which the student analyzes personal experience, self-experience, and the application of theoretical knowledge in practice. Evaluation criteria include task completion, academic quality of work, integration of theory and practice, and quality of reflection.

Language of instruction
Czech
Follow-Up Courses
Teacher's information
Teaching takes place in a combined form - personal participation in contact teaching is supplemented by independent study and the processing of assigned tasks. Students use the available study support, through which they complete selected correspondence tasks, demonstrating their understanding of the issues presented and knowledge from the recommended and required literature. Ongoing consultations are possible both individually and in groups - in person, online, or via email.
Further comments (probably available only in Czech)
The course can also be completed outside the examination period.
The course is also listed under the following terms Winter 2023, Winter 2024, Winter 2025.
  • Enrolment Statistics (recent)
  • Permalink: https://is.slu.cz/course/fvp/winter2026/UPPVMP060