Emily Bruso, MM, MT-BC, NMT, founded Natural Notes in 2022 to bring the healing power of music and horticulture therapy to individuals and families across the greater Phoenix area.

A board-certified music therapist with a master’s degree in music therapy, Emily provides a client-centered approach that integrates neurologic and improvisatory techniques. Her experience spans work with people of all ages across settings including medical care, oncology, perinatal and postpartum support, behavioral health, Parkinson’s disease, palliative care, hospice, early childhood, memory care, and refugee resettlement.

Equipped with a bachelor's in music education and 15 years of instrumental music educational experience, Emily is passionate about empowering people to become confident music-makers.  

She also holds a 9-credit certificate in horticultural therapy from the Horticultural Therapy Institute, is a Master Gardener Associate with the University of Arizona Extension Office, and brings a background in urban farming and animal husbandry.

Emily is driven by the belief that interactions with music and nature have boundless therapeutic potential to make lasting improvements in people's lives.