Events

HARMONICS 2026: the International Conference on Music, Medicine and Science

HARMONICS 2026 brings together researchers, clinicians, artists, educators, patients, and innovators to explore the role of music and sound in health, medicine, neuroscience, and clinical practice. The conference serves as a global platform for interdisciplinary dialogue, knowledge exchange, and collaboration across the arts and sciences. Through keynote lectures, panels, presentations, and posters, the conference highlights emerging evidence and creative approaches that advance understanding of music and sound in health and well-being.

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Online Conference for Music Therapy (OCMT) 2026

OCMT is a 24-hour virtual event where music therapists worldwide can learn and connect. All sessions are live-streamed and recorded, with recordings available to registered participants for one month after the conference. OCMT 2026 will take place from February 7, 2026, 00:00 UTC to February 8, 2026, 23:59 UTC.

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BAMT Conference 2026: Music Therapy in a Changing Landscape, Online

The 2026 BAMT Conference will be held online on 21st–22nd November. The theme, Music Therapy in a Changing Landscape, reflects current challenges and opportunities in the field and incorporates community feedback. See the website below for details.

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9th International Conference of the IAMM in Bengaluru, India

The 2026 IAMM International Conference will take place at Christ University in Bangalore (Bengaluru), India, from October 22–24, 2026. Mark your calendars and start planning to join colleagues from around the world for this inspiring global event focused on the latest innovations in music and medicine.

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Bridges - 13th European Music Therapy Conference 2025, Hamburg

Bridges is a Conference held on behalf of the German Music Therapy Society (DMTG), the University of Music and Drama Hamburg (HfMT) and the Medical School Hamburg (MSH). The 13th European Music Therapy Conference in Hamburg from July 23 – July 27, 2025.

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18th World Congress of Music Therapy, Italy

On behalf of the Italian Association of Music Therapy (AIM), the Italian Federation of Music Therapy (FIM) and Punto di Svolta – Music Therapy Professional Association (PDS), we are pleased to welcome you to Bologna, vibrant heart of culture and dialogue, for the 18th World Congress of Music Therapy from July 7 – July 12, 2026 “Connecting Borders. Creating Networks and Enhancing Identities through Music Therapy.”

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World Art Therapy Festival 2025, Prague

World Art Therapy Festival is held in Prague, Czech Republic from 26th to 28th September 2025. It is organized by the MAUT Association. The festival will center around interpersonal relationships and communication; self-development, self-awareness and self-convidence; stress, burnout, relaxation and releasing tension; the present moment and virtuality; psychosomatics.

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Latin American Music Therapy Congress 2025, Mexico

The Latin American Music Therapy Congress 2025 will be held from July 3 to 5 in Mexico at the Autonomous University of Puebla (BUAP). Organized by the Music Therapists Association of Mexico and the Latin American Committee of Music Therapy, it is the region's key academic event in the field.

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European Music Therapy Day 2024

European Music Therapy Day 2024 celebrates the power of music therapy in rebuilding communities, fostering connection, and promoting healing. Join us, together with ECMT Online on November 17, 2024

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The Neurosciences and Music VIII Conference hosted by Mariani Foundation, Finland

The Neurosciences and Music – VIII Conference will take place in Helsinki (Finland) and online from June 13th to 16th, 2024. The event is in partnership with the Centre of Excellence in Music, Mind, Body and Brain (MMBB) / University of Helsinki.

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IAMM and ISfAM 2024 Congress - Call for Oral Papers and Posters

“The Future of Music and Arts in Medicine and Health” will take place in Berlin, Germany, and online, September 18 - 21, 2024. Access the call for abstract at the link!

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17th World Congress of Music Therapy 2023, Vancouver

Registration for World Congress is Now Open! Go to WCMT2023 dot org for registration, accommodation and much more. July 24-29, 2023, in Vancouver, BC, Canada. Hope to see you there!!

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18° WORLD MUSIC THERAPY CONGRESS 2026

The 18th World Congress of Music Therapy, organized by the Italian Association of Music Therapy (AIM), the Italian Federation of Music Therapy (FIM), and Punto di Svolta – Music Therapy Professional Association (PDS), will be held in Bologna from July 8-12, 2026. Under the theme “Connecting Borders. Creating Networks and Enhancing Identities through Music Therapy”.

This event represents a unique opportunity to reflect together on how music therapy can unite diverse worlds, build connections, and break down barriers. It will be a moment to explore how music therapy can contribute to the creation of deep bonds, respecting both individual and community identity values, and the complexity of a constantly evolving world.

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Call for Hosting a World Congress

All current WFMT full organizational members are eligible to submit a congress proposal. World Congresses are held in metropolitan cities that are easy accessible from major airports. Should you consider hosting a forthcoming WFMT World Congresses, please follow the steps below. This could be a once in a lifetime opportunity for your organization and bring positive attention and awareness of music therapy to your country.
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Step 1:    Submit a Letter of Intent.
Step 2:    Develop a proposal in accordance with the WFMT Bylaws and submit it to pastpresident@wfmt.info
Step 3:   The Council will review your full proposal and contact you to clarify open questions.
Step 4:   You might be invited to present your proposal in person to the Council and WFMT Membership
Step 5:    The Council will make a decision and inform you.          

Archive

15th World Congress of Music Therapy (Tsukuba, Japan 2017)
14th World Congress of Music Therapy (Vienna/Krems, Austria 2014)
16th World Congress of Music Therapy (Online Event, South Africa 2020)
13th World Congress of Music Therapy (Seoul, Korea 2011)
12th World Congress of Music Therapy (Buenos Aires, Argentina 2008)
11th World Congress of Music Therapy (Brisbane, Australia 2005)
10th World Congress of Music Therapy (Oxford, UK 2002)
9th World Congress of Music Therapy (Washington, DC 1999)
8th World Congress of Music Therapy (Victoria, Spain 1993)
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