World Federation of Music Therapy

08/08/2026

🌎 A global definition, shared across languages

We are happy to share another group of translations of the revised WFMT Definition of Music Therapy, continuing our commitment to making this important resource available to the worldwide music therapy community.

Swipe through the post to discover the available translations:
Russian • Traditional Chinese • Tagalog • Tamazigh • Thai • Turkish

The release of translations takes place gradually, as each version depends on the availability and collaboration of volunteer translators and reviewers. Every contribution plays an important role in this shared international effort.

Our sincere thanks go to all those who are supporting this project and helping strengthen connections within the global music therapy community. 💙

Find all available translations on: www.wfmt.info/documents

Would you like to help bring the definition to a new language? Send your translation proposal to [email protected]

07/08/2026

🌍 Sharing the WFMT Definition of Music Therapy worldwide

We continue sharing new translations of the revised WFMT Definition of Music Therapy, supporting greater accessibility and connection within our international community.

Swipe through the post to discover the available translations:
Euskera • French • Galego • Greek • Hebrew • Hindi • Italian

Each translation represents the commitment and collaboration of volunteer translators and reviewers. As new versions are completed and become available, they will continue to be shared with the global community.

Thank you to all contributors who are helping make this definition accessible across different languages and cultures. 💙

Explore all available translations on: www.wfmt.info/documents

If you would like to contribute a translation into another language, please send your proposal to [email protected]

06/08/2026

🌍 The WFMT Definition of Music Therapy, now available in more languages

We are pleased to share a new blog post featuring the available translations of the revised WFMT Definition of Music Therapy.

Each translation is available in two formats: the official document version for reference and professional use, and the social media card designed to support sharing and dissemination.

Translations will continue to be shared progressively as they become available, reflecting the valuable contributions and availability of our international community of volunteers.

Discover all available translations and access the resources here: https://www.wfmt.info/post/wfmt-2026-revised-definition-of-music-therapy-new-translations-available

Would you like to contribute a translation in another language? Send your proposal to [email protected]

05/08/2026

🌍 The WFMT Definition of Music Therapy in more languages

We are pleased to share the first group of translations of the revised WFMT Definition of Music Therapy, helping make this important document accessible to more members of our global music therapy community.

Swipe through the post to discover the available translations:
Arabic • Azeri • Bengali • Brazilian Portuguese • Catalá • Spanish (Latin America) • European Portuguese

Translations are being shared progressively as they become available, thanks to the valuable contributions of volunteer translators and reviewers from around the world.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone contributing to this collaborative effort and helping connect music therapy communities across languages and cultures. 💙

Discover all available translations on our website: https://www.wfmt.info/documents

Would you like to contribute a translation in another language?
Send your proposal to [email protected]

03/08/2026

📄 The revised WFMT Bylaws (2026) are now available online.

Approved during the WFMT General Business Meeting at the 18th World Congress of Music Therapy in Bologna, Italy, the revised bylaws represent an important milestone in the Federation's ongoing development.

Developed through the dedicated work of a task force during the 2023–2026 term, the new bylaws provide an updated governance framework to support the Federation's future.

🔄 Their implementation will take place gradually throughout the 2026–2029 term, ensuring a smooth and thoughtful transition.

📖 We encourage all members to read the document and become familiar with the updated bylaws.

🔗 Access the document via the link: https://www.wfmt.info/post/new-wfmt-bylaws-2026-revised-now-available

28/07/2026

🎥 Tradition and innovation are not opposites—they shape the future of music therapy together.

In this interview, Dr. Filippo Giordano, RMT, MMus, Professor of Applied Music Therapy and Spotlight Speaker at the 18th World Congress of Music Therapy - Connecting Borders, shares his personal answer: the balance between tradition and innovation.

He also reflects on his current research and clinical projects, offering a glimpse into how medical music therapy continues to evolve while remaining rooted in the profession's core values.

Interview by Maria Latysheva.

https://youtu.be/b3hpcWKlu80

🎥 Tradition and innovation are not opposites—they shape the future ...

22/07/2026

🎶 The World Federation of Music Therapy (WFMT) is pleased to share the revised definition of Music Therapy, developed through the work of the Working Group for Reviewing and Revising the Definition of Music Therapy during the 2023–2026 Council term.

This important milestone was announced during the General Business Meeting of the WFMT at the 18th World Congress of Music Therapy - Connecting Borders in Bologna, Italy (July 2026), marking a significant step in representing the evolution of our profession worldwide.

🌍 To make this definition increasingly accessible to the global music therapy community, new translations will be available over the coming week.

If you would like to contribute by providing a translation in your language, please send your proposal to: [email protected]

Together, we can support the dissemination and accessibility of music therapy knowledge across cultures and communities. 💙

22/07/2026

More than 1,600 participants, over 70 countries came together in Bologna for the 18th World Congress of Music Therapy - Connecting Borders.

As we close this incredible week, we share a final greeting in different languages from around the world celebrating the connections and friendships created during .

This is not a goodbye… it’s a see you soon in THAILAND. 🎶💙

https://youtu.be/0S7yez8fjSI

More than 1,600 participants, over 70 countries came together in Bo...

21/07/2026

🎥 In this interview, Gabriele Sagone, founder of Ukulele del Sorriso, tells the story of a charity project born to support the development of professional music therapy in Italian pediatric hospitals.

At the heart of the project is a unique artisan ukulele, decorated with 24-carat gold leaf and signed by some of the greatest musicians in the world, which will be auctioned to raise funds for this important goal.

As a partner of the 18th World Congress of Music Therapy - Connecting Borders Ukulele del Sorriso also made a meaningful collaboration possible with GEWA Music, which donated percussion instruments to WCMT2026 participants.

But the journey continues: a part of the shakers donated by GEWA Music will soon be donated to music therapy projects across Europe, supporting the daily work of music therapy professionals and bringing music where it can make a difference.

A beautiful example of how collaboration can transform an idea into concrete support for the music therapy community.

https://youtu.be/n8UM40gJJH0

Interview by Martina Scognamiglio

🎥 In this interview, Gabriele Sagone, founder of Ukulele del Sorris...

21/07/2026

🎥 The development of music therapy education in Italy.

In this interview, Professor Marco Santi, Director of the Conservatorio Vivaldi in Alessandria and Vice President of the Conference of Directors of Italian Conservatories, reflects on the evolution of academic training in music therapy in Italy.

From the establishment of Master’s Degrees in Music Therapy within Italian Conservatories to the development of PhD research programs, the Italian academic system has progressively built a complete pathway for music therapy education.

Today, more than 10 Italian Conservatories across the country offer academic training in music therapy, making Italy one of the few European countries with a full educational cycle in this field.

A conversation at the 18th World Congress of Music Therapy - Connecting Borders on education, research, and the future of music therapy within the international context.

https://youtu.be/J2OUjkiRaDs

Interview by Martina Scognamiglio.

🎥 The development of music therapy education in Italy.In this int...