Music can certainly soothe the savage breast.
It can also inspire and elevate one's soul. In 1940, Walt Disney released a filmed experiment. While it was not immediately popular with the audiences of its day, it has since become recognized as something of a classic. According to the program notes, it was Mr. Disney's intention to have Fantasia be a continual work in progress. Sixty years later, thanks to the ongoing efforts of Walt's nephew, a new Fantasia is being released.