The idea of Therapeutic Music Education as a new teaching method, based on three areas in their interaction – music, psychology and pedagogy – respond to the need imposed by the new requirements of the education system, which is called to provide a development framework, corresponding to the educational and formative needs both for normal children and for those with special needs. Although the term „therapy” refers to the treatment of people diagnosed with certain conditions, it can also be used with the broader meaning of „support” or „help” offered to normal people, who are unable to exceed certain thresholds or as a means of support and encouragement of daily activities. The article exposed the essence of the concept of therapeutic music aducation, presents some experimental applications and the results obtained.