So soulful were the legendary Tansen's renditions that it is said when he sang the rain gods would oblige and the lamps would light up. While modern day musicians have yet to equal that feat, researchers claim that music improves healing by helping the body overcome stress to a great extent.
Music has the components of healing.
Though there is no scientific research on music as a form of therapy in India, doctors here are open to the therapeutic value of melody. Even in case of severe head injuries, the brain recognises music and what the person is used to listening at home. This is making claim beyond proof. But the US based doctor argues that studies have shown that music eliminates stress and increases output, specially physical activity. This was tried in schools in the West.