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Music has a powerful influence on people, but it can be a force for good as well as ill, Seida said. Leslie, a Pentecostal preacher, was feeling particularly blessed at the moment; the next musician — a man who had once been an addict, but had gotten clean after being born again — reminded Leslie of his own victory over drug addiction. Read more here…

Music has the ability to heal you- physically, emotionally and mentally. It is inspiring and up-lifting to your soul. That is, if you take time out to listen to good, inspirational music. Therefore, we are encouraged to pray or mediate every morning and evening while inspirational music is being played. Read more here…

“Music has the power to wash away the dust of everyday life, and medical experts believe it may also imbue physical and social benefits.”  Read more here…

Music therapy is on the rise both locally and nationally, as researchers, doctors and hospitals increasingly embrace it as a way to alleviate pain and anxiety, aid rehabilitation and help general healing. Read more here…

Researchers are beginning to focus on the importance of the arts, especially music, in bringing about healing of heart problems, depression, and other various mental disorders. Read more here…

Unfortunately, this isn’t uncommon. Around 750,000 children are believed to witness domestic abuse each year in the UK and, according to Citizens Advice, there was an 11% increase in the number of clients reporting domestic violence last year. https://www.theguardian.com/social-care-network/2013/aug/08/music-therapy-children-witnessed-domestic-violence

The effects of music go so far as to “reduce feelings of physical pain to boosting memory.”  Interestingly, it doesn’t even matter what type of music one listens to or plays, the Mayo Clinic substantiates the research that music has health benefits.  Read more here…

There are many myths surrounding the field of music therapy. It’s not true that therapists simply play music that makes people feel better – clients can be treated for mental or physical illness through different elements of music and performance. Read more here…

“Music-based interventions for children with autism are being used. But due to a lack of evidence about their effectiveness, they’re not yet typically covered by insurance,” Dr. Bhat said.  Read more here…

Music is divine. It symbolizes love, peace and harmony.   It is the language of God. Shiva, the cosmic dancer, has set the tone for the harmonious note of music.  The Dumaro which he holds produces the eternal sounds of Nadham. Read more here…