The Personal Journey of Anthi Agrotou Through the Development of Music Therapy in Cyprus

Authors

  • Anthi Agrotou
  • Dora Pavlidou

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.56883/aijmt.2014.434

Keywords:

Cyprus, psychodynamic music therapy, experiences, development

Abstract

This interview focuses on the personal journey of Dr Anthi Agrotou which occured at a time when music therapy in Cyprus was in the early stages of its development. She describes how she came to the field of music therapy and refers to some milestones in her professional career. At the same time she talks about the resources that she has used and gained during her career, while she offers some suggestions for music therapy’s further development in Cyprus.

Author Biographies

Anthi Agrotou

Dr Anthi Agrotou received her first degree in Ancient Greek Literature from the University of London and then studied Music Therapy at the University of Roehampton, Surrey. She obtained her PhD from the University of Sheffield, and is a registered music therapy supervisor at the European Music Therapy Confederation. In 2002 she released a documentary entitled Group Music Therapy with People with Profound Learning Disabilities and their Carers. She has worked in state schools and institutions abroad and in Cyprus. She taught music therapy at the Catholic University of Lueven, Belgium, at the University of Cyprus and now teaches in the Arte Music Academy. Email: anthiagr@spidernet.com.cy

Dora Pavlidou

Dora Pavlidou is a music therapist and works in Cyprus. She holds an MA in music therapy (NordoffRobbins) and a degree in music. Today she is a trainee in the Benenzon method. She is the coordinator of links and upcoming events of Approaches: Music Therapy & Special Music Education. Email: dorapavlidou@gmail.com

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Published

2014-08-08

Issue

Vol. 6 No. 1 (2014)

Section

Interviews

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