Musical intersubjectivity

This article addresses a theoretical perspective on intersubjectivity, following the path of modern developmentally informed psychology. The text incorporates the four formats of intersubjectivity at a practical level as well. These different formats are individually illustrated with music therapy practice, before some reflections on relational music experiences as real lived experiences. Intersubjective meaning can be experienced at different layers and in a variety of modes, connects to a local context, and to microprocesses in the here-and-now. From a musical point of view, meaningful co-creation within the frame of intersubjectivity is performed through musical elements, for example, movements, rhythms, and dynamic shifts. Such a phenomenal musical relationship then, is interactive in nature and is interpreted in time and context. The musical experiences involved music as an art form, which means an intersubjective music experience is always more than meets the eye.
Source: Arts in Psychotherapy - Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Source Type: research