Description
Book SynopsisThis fascinating and illuminating study brings together a wealth of information gained from individuals who reveal how music has had an effect on their lives. It unveils how music plays an important part in counselling and therapy and links the disciplines of the philosophy of music to neuroscience, developmental psychology and psychoanalysis. Psychotherapists, counsellors and therapists will find this book thought-provoking and invaluable reading; as well as doctors, nurses and those working with the elderly and people with developmental difficulties. All those with an interest in music and how it can affect their lives will also find this book interesting reading.
Trade Review"'What a fantastic subject for a book! We have had so many books on the meaning of life and the meaning of love but few have attempted to unravel the meaning of music. Music, of course, like life and love, means many different things to many different people. Along with countless millions, my life has been immensely enriched by music and I can't imagine existing without it. By drawing attention to the immense power of music to literally transform people's lives, Music and Meaning could not have arrived with better timing' Julian Lloyd-Webber, in the Foreword"
Table of ContentsPart One: What is music? Part Two: Interview with Maeve. Part Three: Commonalities and differences.
