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Hazel Barrett

Special education
Children, young people and adults with disabilities
Rest homes including dementia care

Accepting Private Work
Able to Provide Supervision

 

Hutt Valley

Music has always been my passion, which led me first into working as a piano tutor and community musician with various charities in the UK. I became more interested in the therapeutic power of music and took the chance to return to New Zealand and study on the Master of Music Therapy course here, graduating in 2019.

I have worked primarily within special education, with people with disabilities in a variety of settings, and with older people including those with memory loss and dementia. I love the variety in what I do and the immense privilege of building relationships and seeing lives changed through music.

I work with Music for Life and am also available for private work and for supervision, with a particular interest in supervising music therapy students and new graduates.

  • hazelbarrett34@gmail.com
  • https://www.musicforlife.co.nz/
  • https://www.facebook.com/musicforlifenewzealand
“What we appreciate the most about Hazel is the lengths she goes to, to tailor her sessions to people’s needs. She is kind, professional and empathetic. We know our residents look forward to her visits.” Recreation Officer

Journals, research, publications
  • Barrett, H., & McKenzie, C. (2022). Kimi Choir: Developing an augmentative and alternative communication choir.
  • New Zealand Journal of Music Therapy, 20, 5-18.Barrett, H. (2020). Are community music therapy principles relevant to my work with large groups of older adults in a residential care facility? Findings from a student action research project. New Zealand Journal of Music Therapy, 18, 115-140

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  • Master of Music Therapy, Victoria University of Wellington 2019;
  • BA(Hons) Music, University of Leeds (UK), 2012
Music Therapy has not only brought our daughter great improvements in motor planning, finger strength, communication and attention span, it has brought her great joy as well. There is no place she would rather be than in a room making music.
John and Emma - Hamilton, NZ
John and Emma - Hamilton, NZ
“Yesterday was one of the most rewarding when we had a visit from a Music Therapist. What a great experience. To see a whole group of residents joining in by either singing, requesting, conversing, or ‘playing’ an instrument was a very emotional experience. The communication between residents was great and it was obvious how well they responded…it was brilliant.”
Family Member - Hamilton, NZ
Family Member - Hamilton, NZ
“We feel privileged to be part of these groups and to witness the transformation that these sessions bring about…extremely moving and powerful…Music Therapy is priceless”.
Staff Member
Staff Member
“Every time I come to the house, David is ready to get in the car and go to Music Therapy with Shari."
Support Person
"My family have been thrilled with Liz’s Music Therapy and her regular reporting. Mum has dementia however I have noticed improvements in her cognitive functioning since she started her sessions with Liz. I know Mum enjoys her music sessions. I have no hesitation in recommending Liz – she has been a huge support in the care of my mother."
Family Member
"Thanks Megan. This is all a slice of perfect in a very crazy crazy world. So very glad we have kept this going for A."
“Pip has vast knowledge on how to engage and get results from children in her Music Therapy sessions. Her lessons are motivating and targeted for each individual child. Pip finds the just-right blend between the much needed structure that anchors and regulates our students, while always leaving room for improvisation, exploration, and musical adventures co-created with the students. Her communication with the family and team that supports the child is second to none, taking an interest in using strategies that work within the school/home setting as well as sharing strategies that go well in each session”
Justine SENCO Newtown School

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