Patients in Pain

For patients experiencing pain, the approach is also known as the relaxation response.

Improvisation may be used rather than a strictly structured piece.

Musical characteristics may include:

• Rubato tempo
• Pauses
• Loosely metered music
• No meter

Key idea:

In pain → Relaxation response → Improvisation with flexibility and space

Listen to the song example below then compare it to an improvised piece for bedside.

Song Example:

Click on the link below to listen to an improvised piece for bedside:

Listen to audio named "Rhythmic Improvisation"

https://www.harppeacegiver.com/listen-to-examples

Question:

What characteristics make this music appropriate for a relaxation response?