empowering people in our community through music therapy
What's happening at HOH
Summer 2026 Clinic Programs
Summer 2026 clinic program registration is here! This year, we have a wide variety of group music therapy opportunities for those age 10 and up with developmental disabilities including the return of Superstar Skill-Builder and Summer Choir along with new offerings like Music Video Production, and Musical Theater. Browse the full list of offerings and sign up now!
Battle of the Bands 2026
Save the Date or Become a Sponsor!
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
Pollack Tempe Cinema
Join us for the 4th annual Battle of the Bands Watch Party, featuring the screening of original music videos produced by all 12 HOH Rock Bands. Mark your calendars to be sure not to miss what has become one of our favorite annual traditions! Tickets will go on sale later this spring.
All funds raised through this event will directly benefit the Music Therapy Rock Band program and other music hterapy opportunities for individuals with developmental disabiliteis. Sponsorship opportunities include onscreen and printed program ads, named recognition on band awards and other event elements, and more! Learn more about available options at the link below. Help us make Battle of the Bands 2026 truly special!
HOH Merch Shop
Order your Higher Octave Healing merch today! Shop clothing, hats, mugs/cups, buttons, stickers, tote bags, and more! A portion of every purchase supports music therapy programs at HOH.
HOH in Action
We are excited to have a great film that showcases what we do and some of the clients we are lucky to serve. Thank you to BallBoy Productions for their incredible work.
Higher Octave Healing is
a non-profit music therapy organization in Tempe, Arizona. We are dedicated to increasing the quality of life and promoting empowerment. We acheive this through direct music therapy services, clinical music therapy education, and advocacy for music therapy programs.
Our music therapists serve a variety of children, teens, and adults across the Phoenix metropolitan area. In our work we address the cognitive, social, physical, emotional, psychological, neurological, and sensory needs of each individual. We utilize the elements of music to create a unique treatment plan for each individual or setting. All therapeutic applications of music are provided by a degreed, Board-Certified professional. Learn more about our programs.
Who we serve
Every week, HOH serves over 600 people in the greater Phoenix area including the following groups:
- Developmental disabilities
- Hospice
- Cognitive, auditory, and language processing
- Peer socialization and communication groups
- Rehabilitation
- Stress management
- And more...
Why we serve
- Enhance public awareness about the benefits of music therapy
- Increase availability of music therapy services
- Provide support, resources, and related services for individuals, groups, and families
- Advocate for the availability of music therapy
- Offer continuing education and support for professionals and students working in music therapy and related fields
Get Involved
HOH could not function without the support of people like you.
There are many ways you can help us continue to provide our services.
Give directly
Your donation supports our ability to provide music therapy to over 600 people in the Valley each week.
Get Involved
We could not function without the help of our volunteers.
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Want to give us gift cards, help to host an event, or have something else in mind?
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