Live music in hospital oncology settings: environmental, interpersonal, and personal outcomes for staff, patients, and carers

Journal

Arts & Health

Year

2023

Abstract

Background: This paper explores the environmental, interpersonal, and personal outcomes of music performance in a hospital oncology setting. An original, qualitative research study examined the impact of live music for staff, patients, and carers. Methods: Data were collected using a multi-method approach of observations and semi-structured interviews and were analysed using inductive and theory-driven theming that was shaped by a determinants of health framework. Results: The research found that live music promoted stronger relationships and calmer environments, among other environmental, social and individual outcomes. Improved communication between staff through the creation of a more supportive environment was a pertinent finding of the research. No negative effects were reported. Conclusions: We discuss research findings in the context of relevant literature and suggest recommendations for future hospital-based live music programs. Results of this study indicate that live music interventions impacted individual, interpersonal, social and environment factors that led to health and wellbeing outcomes for participants. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2023 APA, all rights reserved)

Music and Health Institute Terms

Cancer; Caregivers; Healthcare Professionals; Hospital Setting; Interpersonal Relations; Live Music Listening; Music Listening; Receptive Music Methods; Wellness and Well-Being ((Outcome))

Indexed Terms

Caregivers; Intervention; Hospitalized Patients; Hospitals; Medical Personnel; Oncology

Study Type

Case Study; Qualitative Methods

Document Type

Article

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