MUSIC THERAPY STUDENT AND ASSISTANT
The Sleep Cottage looks forward to working with Douglas as he undergoing his student work placement and conducts research for his Masters PHD studies with Western Sydney University concluding October 2024.
Douglas Aguiar
Born in Brazil and became a Spanish citizen after living and getting involved with Madrid’s music scene Douglas studied at Villa Lobos Music Conservatory in São Paulo. In 2000 developed his technic and musicality practicing Flamenco guitar in Spain.
2004 saw the launch of his first album “Outras Bossas”. The second album was released in 2008 “Boca a Boca”. From 2009 to 2011 he recorded a series of live video performances which showcased new songs.
In 2013 he moved to Sydney, and has since been promoting music and culture around Australia With Latin influences and traveling freely among different Brazilian styles, Douglas offers a wide musical set adding Australian memories from his teenager surf life.
Studying music therapy has given Douglas the opportunity to help people from all of ages such as: to develop children education and/or assist elderly lives.
Music is able to support many disturbances as well as it also can open new ways to live, besides to give a different perspective to improve wellness.
WHAT IS MUSIC THERAPY?
Music therapy is a research-based allied health profession in which music is used to actively support people as they aim to improve their health, functioning and well-being. It can help people of all ages to manage their physical and mental health and enhance their quality of life.
You don’t need to be musical to take part in or benefit from music therapy. Music therapy experiences may include listening, singing, playing instruments, or composing music. Qualified music therapists plan and provide musical experiences for their clients. Each session is tailored to the needs and goals of the client.
