Music Therapy

Wonderful to read about medical cures that are non-intrusive. I know that this is not always possible but marvellous when it happens. Music Therapy is one of those medical therapies that does not require any actual medical interventions. It is for those who can not be reached any other way or to help patients on their journey. Sometimes, patients have few resources left except to enjoy music and what it can bring to their lives. It is fascinating that music is one of the last skills that leaves us. Drum circles seem to work well with many patients. And sometimes, patients can even work at higher level musical skills. What a wonderful opportunity to be able to help. Read about these therapies in an article: Empowering Souls, Music Therapy unleashes imagination to heal. The article in an older issue of Making Music, July/August 2009.
Perhaps, this is one of the reasons that the Taffanel Wind Ensemble, a group that I am part of enjoys playing at seniors' homes so much. We are able to bring something special to people's lives.
(You can read more about the trio on www.taffanelwindensemble.blogspot.com. )