About Sandi Curtis
Author, Speaker, Music Therapist, Social Activist
Author & Researcher:
I specialize in work with women and girl survivors of male violence, people with disabilities, and in palliative care, with current research interests in Feminist Music Therapy and its use for empowerment.
Publication Connections:
I have published extensively in peer-reviewed journals & scholarly and pop books.
Google Scholar
Explore Concordia
Research Connections:
Dismantling “Rape Culture” on Campus
IMPACTS: A $2.5 million SSHRC multidisciplinary research partnership to address sexual violence against women on university campuses across Canada and internationally. I serve on the research team examining the role and influence of arts and pop culture/music on male violence against women.
Research Member, Arts in Health Research Collective – AHRC
A group of creative arts therapies researchers working together to enhance understanding of the role of the arts in health & wellness.
Fellow, Simone de Beauvoir Institute, Concordia University
Understanding violence against women, its sociopolitical underpinnings, and the role of music/music therapy in addressing issues at both the individual & societal level.
I am a Professor Emeritus in Concordia University’s Music Therapy Program. As an internationally-trained music therapist, I have more than 30 years experiences as an, author/researcher, speaker, music therapist, and social activist.
Speaker:
I speak regularly nationally and internationally on issues related to my research, publications, and clinical interests. Most recently I highlight findings from my book, “Music for Women (Survivors of Violence)” on how women can use music/music therapy for personal growth and empowerment, and how women survivors can use music to recover from the harm of abuse. I would love to speak at your event. Book me to speak.
Music Therapist:
I have studied and practiced music therapy throughout the US and Canada.
Education:
1997 / PhD, Interdisciplinary Studies – Music Therapy – Feminist Therapy
Concordia University
1982 / MA, Music Therapy
Florida State University
1978 / B. Music
McGill Univer
Professional Credentials:
Music Therapist-Board Certified, CBMT
Music Therapist Accredited, CAMT
Activist:
In practicing feminist music therapy, I have a commitment to support individuals in achieving personal transformation and to work towards societal change as well, receiving a 2006 Social Justice Award. My social activism work has run the gamut from organizing candlelight vigils and Take Back the Night events to my most recent project, Beyond #MeToo.
AVAILABLE NOW:
Music for Women (Survivors of Violence): A Feminist Music Therapy Interactive eBook
