Music therapy · Stress regulation
Notice
Become more aware of physical tension, breathing, pace and inner activity.
Music therapy · Stress regulation · Esslingen–Stuttgart
Make space for rest through music.
Explore music-based ways to notice tension and create a more intentional transition from work to rest. Professionally guided by Ednaldo Dos Santos.
Ednaldo Dos Santos
Music therapist with a master’s degree and DMtG certification
My professional background brings together musical practice, music education and music therapy. Experience in Brazil, Spain and Germany informs an approach that combines professional structure, cultural openness and attention to individual responses to music.
More about my background →In-person workshop
Unwind better after work
Work is over, but your mind is still busy? In this 120-minute in-person workshop, explore active music-making and listening experiences to shape your transition into the evening. No musical experience needed and no pressure to perform.
A scientifically informed, music-based workshop for stress regulation and recovery.
120 minutes · small group · no prior experience
- active and receptive
- no touch
- no singing requirement or performance pressure
In preparation
Esslingen–Stuttgart region. Venue, date and participation fee will be published in good time.
Does this sound familiar?
When your mind and body are still in work mode
The laptop is closed, but conversations continue in your head. You automatically reach for your phone, feel tired and wired at the same time, or only notice much later how tense you still are.
This is not a personal failure. Transitions take time and can benefit from supportive routines. Music can provide a practical way to explore this transition when it is used consciously and with professional guidance.
The approach
Notice. Regulate. Bring it into everyday life.
Music-based stress regulation is used here as a professionally developed field of practice — not as a diagnosis or a uniformly standardised method.
Regulate
Explore different states through active and receptive musical experiences.
Transfer
Turn observations into a realistic, personal after-work routine.
Who is it for?
You do not need to be musical or share anything personal.
The workshop is for working adults who want to shape the transition from work into recovery more consciously. Musical experience is not required.
The format is not group therapy, does not replace medical or psychotherapeutic treatment, and does not promise guaranteed results.
Knowledge & learning
Understand music. Explore the evidence.
Articles & research
Accessible articles about music, stress and music therapy, with sources and clear discussion of their scope and limitations.
Explore the articles →Books
The “101 Questions and Answers about Music Therapy” series offers an accessible introduction to professional settings, methods and research foundations.
Explore the books →Online courses
Planned learning opportunities for interested adults and professionals. All courses are currently in development.
Preview the courses →From the blog
Knowledge, clearly explained
A Five-Minute Music Routine After Work
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Open →Videos — new content in preparation
New content is in preparation.
Would you like to know more?
If you have a question about the workshop or my work, you are welcome to get in touch.
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