Description
Book SynopsisChapter 1- Introduction: Local phenomenon in a global trend.- Chapter 2- Fulfilling and joyful life by participating in a musical activity.- Chapter 3- Resident-led singing activities supported by the municipal community center.- Chapter 4- Irresistible love of music for the entire lifespan.- Chapter 5- Traditional values in shigin (??) groups: Improving quality of life through music and social connections.- Chapter 6- Older adults' dedication to the Taishogoto(???), a newly invented Japanese instrument.- Chapter 7- Rural community chorus singing from the heart.- Chapter 8- Being challenged as a satisfying experience: The joy of singing.- Chapter 9- The collective cases and looking ahead.- Chapter 10- Implications for lifelong music participation.
