Apps K, Sunderland N. Live music in hospital oncology settings: environmental, interpersonal, and personal outcomes for staff, patients, and carers.
Arts Health 2023;
15:1-17. [PMID:
34180368 DOI:
10.1080/17533015.2021.1946110]
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Abstract
BACKGROUND
This paper explores the environmental, interpersonal, and personal outcomes of music performance in a hospital oncology setting. An original, qualitative research study examined the impact of live music for staff, patients, and carers.
METHODS
Data were collected using a multi-method approach of observations and semi-structured interviews and were analysed using inductive and theory-driven theming that was shaped by a determinants of health framework.
RESULTS
The research found that live music promoted stronger relationships and calmer environments, among other environmental, social and individual outcomes. Improved communication between staff through the creation of a more supportive environment was a pertinent finding of the research. No negative effects were reported.
CONCLUSIONS
We discuss research findings in the context of relevant literature and suggest recommendations for future hospital-based live music programs. Results of this study indicate that live music interventions impacted individual, interpersonal, social and environment factors that led to health and wellbeing outcomes for participants.
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