I am an HCPC registered Music Therapist with a solid foundation in improvisation, client-led practice, and cross-cultural communication. Over the years, I have gained extensive experience working across community and clinical settings, including with neurodivergent children, early years, and forensic psychiatry. I am passionate about creating safe, engaging spaces through music with a flexible, improvisational style informed by my deep background in performance and composition. With skills in multiple instruments including saxophone, flute, clarinet, and piano, I also bring strong communication and leadership abilities to my work. Bilingual in English and Spanish, I prioritize cultural sensitivity and collaboration, having worked internationally as a freelance teacher, performer, and volunteer music therapist, always striving to build rapport and meaningful connections in all my roles.

Richard Muscat

I am an HCPC registered Music Therapist with a solid foundation in improvisation, client-led practice, and cross-cultural communication. Over the years, I have gained extensive experience working across community and clinical settings, including with neurodivergent children, early years, and forensic psychiatry. I am passionate about creating safe, engaging spaces through music with a flexible, improvisational style informed by my deep background in performance and composition. With skills in multiple instruments including saxophone, flute, clarinet, and piano, I also bring strong communication and leadership abilities to my work. Bilingual in English and Spanish, I prioritize cultural sensitivity and collaboration, having worked internationally as a freelance teacher, performer, and volunteer music therapist, always striving to build rapport and meaningful connections in all my roles.

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I am an HCPC registered Music Therapist with a solid foundation in improvisation, client-led practice, and cross-cultural communication. Over the years, I have gained extensive experience working across community and clinical settings, including with neurodivergent children, early years, and forensic psychiatry. I am passionate about creating safe, engaging spaces through music with a flexible, improvisational style informed by my deep background in performance and composition.

With skills in multiple instruments including saxophone, flute, clarinet, and piano, I also bring strong communication and leadership abilities to my work. Bilingual in English and Spanish, I prioritize cultural sensitivity and collaboration, having worked internationally as a freelance teacher, performer, and volunteer music therapist, always striving to build rapport and meaningful connections in all my roles.

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Experience Level

Intermediate
Intermediate
Beginner

Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Music Therapist (Volunteer) at Ethico Cooperative - Achuapa, Nicaragua
July 1, 2025 - August 4, 2025
Delivered weekly individual and group music therapy sessions for neurodivergent children and adults in rural Nicaragua. Maintained detailed session notes and reflective journal. Built Spanish language skills to support client rapport and cultural understanding. Collaborated and integrated into the village and sourced referrals for the service.
Woodwind Teacher at Freelance - UK & International
January 1, 2007 - Present
Multi-instrumentalist with vast experience performing and recording internationally across many genres. Released original music with over 50k streams. Performed with show bands on multiple cruise-ship contracts. Experience in studio recording, arranging, and collaborative projects.
Music Therapist (Trainee) at Various Clinical and Community Settings
July 1, 2024 - August 4, 2025
Provided music therapy in diverse settings including 1:1 sessions with a child with Autism at Oxleas NHS, group work on forensic psychiatric ward at West London NHS, and early years therapy in nursery setting with Coram. Developed a person-centered, trauma-informed approach.
Instrumental Teacher at Guildhall School of Music & Drama
July 1, 2024 - August 4, 2025
Led individual and group instrumental teaching with students aged 11-18. Led ensemble work such as Big Band, arranging material and supporting confidence-building through performance. Facilitated online music lessons during the COVID-19 pandemic. Co-facilitated end of term concerts.
Session Musician at Various London Schools
January 1, 2025 - August 4, 2025
Session musician work including performances and workshops within various London schools. Focus on building musical skills and group engagement.

Education

MA in Music Therapy at Guildhall School of Music & Drama / Middlesex University / University of New Orleans
October 1, 2022 - July 1, 2024
BA (Hons) Jazz Performance at Guildhall School of Music & Drama
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2014

Qualifications

HCPC Registered Music Therapist
January 11, 2030 - August 4, 2025

Industry Experience

Healthcare, Education, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Travel & Hospitality