Music care is an approach to care that provides the means for anyone, regardless of their musical credentials, to use music in their day-to-day care of patients. It is distinct from music therapy which is provided by an individual with specific training in music therapy. A recent pilot study conducted by Patel (2023) and colleagues explored the feasibility of a clinical trial examining the effects of recorded music care on the quality of life for patients in palliative care settings. Palliative performance scores were used to find four participants who were asked to participate in 30-minute interventions of specially recorded music albums. Based off of the received feedback, crucial adjustments to the clinical trial methodology were made, which included more inclusive criteria and a shortened intervention. The findings demonstrated positive feedback from the participants which encourages further research in the palliative care setting. Read more…
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