The music therapists gave a concert, treating the boys as any other intelligent humans and filling the show with humor. These boys who were usually aggressive showed interest and enthusiasm at this concert. Music is able to stir up conversation and helps create a state of mind in which a patient is ready to reveal his problems. The article gave examples of experiences that happened recently. One example described a psychotic male in his 30's who regained control of his emotions by playing the saxophone.
Music is also an energizer and lessens fatigue.
Music may help release emotions when nothing else works. Inc. 175 Fifth Ave. This book explains how the aging population has a common problem of loneliness which results in depression. Music evokes emotions from a time when they felt more needed. Music allows people to socialize.