Summary

Music is a universal phenomenon used by all cultures around the world from the beginning of human civilisation. Recent scientific research is confirming the healing properties of music, showing that music is important for health and well-being used to treat a variety of maladies and diseases including Alzheimer’s, stress, depression, trauma, Parkinson’s, Dementia, stoke, pain, neurodevelopmental disorders, and memory loss. Apart from clinical treatments, music is useful at personal, social, and cultural levels, suggesting it has an important role to play in the evolution and health of Western society. In this article, we explore 5 ways that music promotes healing and well-being, expanding the understand of music and its role in our lives.