20+ Halloween Song Ideas for Music Therapy Sessions

With Halloween just around the corner, it's the perfect time to delve into the mysterious and haunting world of Halloween-themed songs!

Music therapy is a powerful tool that can evoke emotions, spark memories, and provide comfort, making it an invaluable resource for individuals of all ages and abilities.

From spine-tingling classics to contemporary hits, we have compiled a list of 20+ spooky songs for your session planning inspiration.

Each song possesses its own unique charms, allowing for a wide range of therapeutic interventions such as movement, singing, instrument playing, and lyric analysis. We encourage you to explore the potential of these Halloween-themed songs and adapt them to meet the specific needs and goals of your music therapy sessions.

As always, please ensure that the music you choose is appropriate within your therapeutic context and for the individuals you are working with. Additionally, consider the preferences, sensitivities, and cultural backgrounds of your clients to create a safe and inclusive environment.

Stay tuned for more music therapy insights and resources!

Note: This blog post is intended for informational purposes only. If you are interested in incorporating these songs into a music therapy program, we recommend consulting with a music therapist.

The Monster Mash - Bobby “Boris” Pickett


Jump in the Line/Shake Senora - Beetlejuice


Thriller - Michael Jackson


Superstition - Stevie Wonder


I Put a Spell on You - Hocus Pocus


Creep - Radiohead


The Addams Family Theme Song


Heads Will Roll - Yeah Yeah Yeahs


Day-O (The Banana Boat Song)


Five Little Ghosts


This is Halloween from The Nightmare Before Christmas


Highway to Hell - AC/DC


Somebody’s Watching Me - Rockwell


Bad Moon Rising - CCR


Zombie - The Cranberries


The Ghostbusters Theme Song


Knock Knock, Trick or Treat


(Don’t Fear) The Reaper - Blue Oyster Cult


The Michael Myers Theme Song


Werewolves of London - Warren Zevon


Disturbia — Rihanna


The Monster - Eminem ft. Rihanna


The Time Warp - The Rocky Horror Picture Show

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