Whistle A Happy Tune

April 28, 2005

"Play two songs and call me in the morning." Can music promote healing? Yes, says Elizabeth York, director of Utah State University's music therapy program. A valuable therapeutic tool of benefit to people of varied ages and cultures, music can decrease feelings of anxiety, relieve pain and enhance both physical and emotional well-being.

For more information, contact Elizabeth York, associate professor and director of music therapy, music department; and associate dean, College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences, Utah State University, 435-797-3009.

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