Patients and their families also have an
opportunity to participate in live music concerts. Live music
can be used to create a mood of peace, relaxation, to improve
the level of comfort, express feelings and emotions.
Music therapists and patients often participate in spontaneous
playing the instruments. Improvisation can improve
communication and self expression. Playing the instruments
can facilitate a sense of control, as patients play an active role
in creating the sounds and in setting the rhythm and mood.
Music therapy cancer treatment program also consists of
relaxation techniques with music (progressive muscle relaxation,
imagery techniques). Relaxation techniques ease side
effects for cancer patients in treatment.