In The News

Voyage STL Magazine – 10/14/25

Dustin opens up about his journey into music therapy and the mission and heart behind Positive Note Music Therapy.

https://voyagestl.com/interview/meet-dustin-politte-bender-mt-bc-nmt-of-positive-note-music-therapy-llc

St. Louis Public Radio – St. Louis On the Air – 1/17/25

Dustin discusses the new Melodies of Hope program at St. Louis County Jail, where he will oversee Maryville University Music Therapy students in a collaboration with Pianos for People and Suzuki Harmony STL. This initiative blends music education and music therapy, providing instruments, instruction, and therapeutic support to create a meaningful impact and inspire hope for residents.

https://www.stlpr.org/arts/2025-01-15/st-louis-county-jail-music-lessons-melodies-of-hope?fbclid=IwY2xjawIYYptleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHdp0A5Qi3l8GqjMpZJzWHkqB8PCriBLE6rlFVGEE7M4C5EZBtJFLJDIS7Q_aem_6-66oAgYooQK9TxT5UP3xQ

STLMag.com – 7/11/23

A new playroom in Jefferson County provides a hub for childhood play and family support

https://www.stlmag.com/family/a-new-playroom-in-jefferson-county-provides-a-hub-for-childh/

Community Spotlight Interview – 7/10/23

12 Days of Christmas spotlighting local non profits and businesses doing great things in our community!

Find Positive Note Music Therapy’s interview at the 11:32 mark.

https://fb.watch/lRBojlwwBc/

MYFESTUS.COM – 5/27/23

Interview with Local Entrepreneur and Music Therapist: Dustin Politte-Bender, Owner of Positive Note Music Therapy

https://www.myfestus.com/interview-with-local-entrepreneur-and-music-therapist-dustin-politte-bender-owner-of-positive-note-music-therapy/

BACKTOPLAYMO.ORG – 5/22/23

Playful Healing: The Power of Music in a Playroom Setting

hhttps://www.backtoplaymo.org/post/playful-healing-the-power-of-music-in-a-playroom-setting