named programs · 9 · from sources
what they call their work
Clinical Supervision
Individualized expert support for professional music therapists.
Community Music and Wellness
Music therapy services provided in partnership with other organizations in schools, addiction recovery facilities, behavioral health facilities, assisted living & memory care, senior centers, and hospice & palliative care settings.
Continuing Music Therapy Education (CMTE)
Opportunities for professional music therapists to earn pre-approved Continuing Education Units (CEUs) through courses and trainings.
Individual Music Therapy
Individualized music therapy services focusing on communication, cognition, social skills, motor skills, mental health, and general wellness for individuals with developmental differences, traumatic brain injury, and mental health disorders.
Music Therapy Internships
University-affiliated internships for music therapy students to gain clinical experience with various populations.
Rock Band
A music therapy program for teens and adults with developmental disabilities to learn instruments, rehearse, perform, and develop pre-vocational and life skills.
Social Sounds
A group music program for individuals age 5 and up with diverse needs, including Every Octave Choir and adolescent music therapy groups, focusing on skill development, music-making, and socialization.
Sound Practice: A Support Network for Music Therapists
A membership-based network providing education opportunities, clinical supervision, and professional support to music therapists.
Start With Music
A research-based parent-child developmental music program for children age 5 and under, supporting socialization, communication, and pre-academic skills through songs and music games.
activities · 3 clusters
what they do
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Music Therapy and Personalized Playlists 8 activities
- Advocacy and public awareness initiativesAdvances public awareness of music therapy through media features, including being named PBS's charity of the month and participation in a music therapy documentary by Kris Warren.
- Educate and Support Music TherapistsEducates music therapists through a university-affiliated internship program, offers Continuing Music Therapy Education (CMTE) courses, provides clinical supervision, and will launch "Sound Practice" in January 2026 to offer education opportunities and professional support to music therapists.
- Music Therapy Rock Band programRuns a rock band program for teens and adults with developmental disabilities, teaching instrumental skills, performance, and pre-vocational and life skills, with bands participating in concerts and producing original music videos.
- Music therapy education and professional developmentOffers a university-affiliated internship program, Continuing Music Therapy Education (CMTE) courses approved for credit, clinical supervision, and professional support through the "Sound Practice" network, which launches in January 2026 to serve music therapists.
- Music therapy in partner and clinical settingsDelivers music therapy services in diverse settings including schools, addiction recovery and behavioral health facilities, assisted living and memory care centers, senior centers, and hospice and palliative care programs.
- Operate Music Therapy Rock Band ProgramRuns a Music Therapy Rock Band program for teens and adults with developmental disabilities, teaching instrumental skills, performance, and pre-vocational and life skills. The program engages volunteers, produces original music videos, and hosts a recurring concert series and an annual Battle of the Bands Watch Party.
- Provide Music Therapy ServicesProvides individualized and group music therapy services to over 600 individuals weekly in the greater Phoenix area, including those with developmental differences, traumatic brain injury, mental health disorders, and individuals in various care settings such as schools, addiction recovery, and hospice.
- Weekly music therapy servicesProvides individualized music therapy services to over 600 individuals weekly in the greater Phoenix area and across Maricopa County, serving clients with developmental differences (e.g., autism, Down syndrome), traumatic brain injury, and mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, and PTSD.
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Early Childhood Music Education 3 activities
- Offer Early Childhood Developmental Music ProgramOperates "Start With Music," a research-based parent-child developmental music program for children age 5 and under, focusing on socialization, communication, and pre-academic skills.
- Provide Group Music ProgramsOffers "Social Sounds," a group music program for individuals age 5 and up with diverse needs, including the Every Octave Choir and adolescent music therapy groups.
- Specialized music therapy programsOffers targeted music therapy programs including "Start With Music," a parent-child developmental program for children age 5 and under, and "Social Sounds," group music programs for individuals age 5 and up, including the Every Octave Choir and adolescent groups.
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Live Music Festival & Concert Production 1 activity
- HOH Rocks concert series and Battle of the BandsHosts recurring public events including the HOH Rocks concert series and the annual Battle of the Bands Watch Party, featuring performances and original music videos from 12 HOH Rock Bands, with documented events scheduled through 2026.
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financials · form 990 · fy2022
the money
revenue
Total revenue$497K
Contributions & grants$43K9%
Program service revenue$450K90%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$5K
expenses
Total expenses$467K
Program expenses95%
Admin / overhead5%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$385K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$52K
Cash$30K
Investments$0
Liabilities$34K
Net assets$17K
Liquid reserves0.8 mo
2 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue +62.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022
who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| KYMLA J EUBANKS | CEO | 40 | $61K |
board members · 6
- JESSICA REICHERS — SECRETARY
- KATIE GRIFFITH — DIRECTOR
- KAY NORTON — CHAIRMAN OF
- MARK SPRINGSTEEL — TREASURER
- ROBIN RIO — DIRECTOR
- SID PFAFF — VICE CHAIRMA
relationships · 15
who they work with
- Arizona First Things First Partner — Partners to offer the "Start With Music" program in schools and community centers.
- Arizona State University Partner — Early and enduring partnership that provided the initial spark for HOH to thrive and impact music therapy students, interns, and young professionals at the ASU Music Therapy Clinic.
- BallBoy Productions Partner — Produced a film showcasing HOH's programs and clients.
- BallBoy Productions Partner — Produced a film showcasing HOH's work and clients.
- Certification Board for Music Therapists Partner — Approved Provider (P-119) for Continuing Music Therapy Education (CMTE) credits.
- Child Crisis Arizona Partner — Partners to offer the "Start With Music" program in schools and community centers.
- City of Peoria Partner — Partners to offer the "Start With Music" program in schools and community centers.
- Fry's Partner — Partners with Higher Octave Healing through its Community Rewards program, donating a portion of shopper spending.
- GiGi’s Playhouse Phoenix Partner — Collaborates with HOH Rock Band program to feature bands in concerts.
- HealthRHYTHMS Partner — Featured HOH Director, Kymla Eubanks, on a podcast discussing HealthRHYTHMS training.
- Kris Warren Partner — Filmed Higher Octave Healing's rock band program for a music therapy documentary.
- PBS Partner — Featured Higher Octave Healing as their charity of the month.
- Rosie’s House Partner — Partners to offer the "Start With Music" program in schools and community centers.
- Valley of the Sun United Way Partner — Accepts donations to Higher Octave Healing through its Donor Involvement Program.
- Valleywise Health Partner — Partners to offer the "Start With Music" program in schools and community centers.