Recreational Music Making:
Mind-Body-Spirit and Wellness
It's hard to imagine living without music. Yet while listening to music is our nation's favorite pastime, active music-making isn't typically perceived to be within most people's grasp. In "Recreational Music Making: mind-body-spirit and wellness" Barry Bittman M.D. introduces us to a new musical approach. Rather than focusing on performance, "Recreational Music-Making" is centered on wellness along with exercise, nutrition and stress reduction. Anyone can participate and share in the enjoyment regardless of experience or skill level. Participants are simply asked to bring their enthusiasm, love of music and a willingness to share the rhythms of their soul. They develop a renewed sense of balance, heightened self-esteem and an incredible sense of having contributed to the symphony of life....  

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