Music therapy Literacy based on Boethius approach in Thailand

Ratree Pangnoi, Poonpit Amatyakul, Somchai Trakarnrung, Nachaya Natchanawakul

Abstract


This study is qualitative research which focused on phenomenology of music therapy based on Boethius’ concept and approach in Thailand. The objectives of this study were to explore phenomenology and patterns of remedy through Boethius’ energy music therapy in Thailand. The participants were ninemusic therapists. In-depth data of the individual’s experience were collected and analyzed.  The outcomes of this study indicated that (1) Musica Mundana (Universal music) is derived from the movement of the stars in the universe which consequently causes day, time, seasons, cosmic and the 12 zodiacs which relate to the 12 musical major scale. (2) Musica Humana (music within human body) is related to the universal music. Most music therapists emphasize the sounds used rather than the aesthetics. Specialists’ experience also takes a crucial part in blending the sounds for internal body balancing.  This practice is based on Boethius concept and approach. Meanwhile, Musica humana should be synchronized to Musica Mundana and the religious concepts.

Keywords


Music Therapy, Boethius, Energy Therapy, Chakras

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.7575/aiac.ijels.v.13n.2p.151

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