Music has always played an important role in alleviating physical and mental ailments. However, systematic research on the benefits of music use has only evolved in the last three decades. Here, we consider possible ways of introducing music into the Slovenian healthcare system. We present the current achievements of our project, such as spreading awareness through radio emissions, a study on the attitudes towards music interventions among musically active physicians, and a hospital radio prototype. Ultimately, we bring attention to our future endeavors, including the adaptation of the musical sophistication questionnaire and a pilot study on music therapy for people with Parkinson's disease.
Key words: music research, music in medicine, radio, interdisciplinary
Promoting the use of music in healthcare B-AIR project_presentation