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June 12, 2026Journal of Music Therapy

A Phenomenological Analysis of Older Adults’ Lived Experience in Music Therapy

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MJMauro Pereira Amoroso Anastacio JúniorSJSekyung JangCZCláudia Regina de Oliveira Zanini

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Phenomenological analysis reveals that music therapy fosters social connections and combats ageism in older adults.

Key Points

  • This study aims to explore the lived experiences of older adults participating in music therapy.
  • Phenomenological study with 12 Brazilian older adults
  • 12 weekly music therapy sessions facilitated by a music therapist
  • Individual interviews conducted after the group sessions
  • Music therapy improved psychological well-being and facilitated new friendships.
  • Participants retrieved autobiographical memories and engaged in social activities.
  • Songwriting about aging raised awareness and addressed ageism.

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Júnior et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a2ba3a28101cf8926f02513https://doi.org/10.1093/jmt/thaf018
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