Eminent resource persons of international repute have graciously consented to participate in this conference. A hearty welcome to these distinguished persons. It is our great pleasure to welcome our Chief Guest Dr. Gerhard Tucek from the IMC University of Applied Sciences, Krems, Austria to inaugurate the conference and also accord a big and dainty welcome to the internationally acclaimed music therapists- Dr.Helen Odell-Miller, Dr.Felicity Baker, Dr.Jorg Fachner, Dr. Maria Montserrat Gimeno and other resource persons and chairpersons, A big welcome to the avid delegates from India and abroad. Our hearty welcome to the Faculty and student delegates from all over the Globe, Administrators and Management officials of Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth, invited Guests and members from the Mass media. Do enjoy this day long academic and evidence based scientific treat and may we all acquire knowledge, skills and attitude in our own and humble manner that would enable us to practice Music therapy, for the benefit of mankind, by adopting and eulogising salutogenesis. WELCOME YOU ALL ONCE AGAIN!!!.
Prof. Dr. Vellore A.R. Srinivasan
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