A Review of Concetta Tomaino’s Music Has Power: Applications of Music Therapy in Elderly Care

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DOI:

https://doi.org/10.56883/aijmt.2026.636

Keywords:

Music Therapy, Elderly Care, Dementia and Wellbeing

Abstract

This is a review of the book  "Music has power® in senior wellness and healthcare: Best practices from music therapy" by ConcettaTomaino. 

Title: Music has power® in senior wellness and healthcare: Best practices from music therapy Author: Concetta Tomaino Publication year: 2023 Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers Pages: 288 ISBN: 978-1805010647

Author Biography

  • Behnam Khodarahmi, Independent scholar, UK

    Behnam Khodarahmi is a music researcher, composer, arranger, and multi-instrumentalist with a background in both artistic practice and academic inquiry. He holds degrees in Music and Management, a Master’s in Creative Industries Futures, and an Advanced Certificate in Music Therapy. He has volunteered as a music therapist in mental-health clinics, contributing to community-based programs supporting emotional well-being and recovery. His research explores the intersection of culture, music, and health, with particular attention to cross-cultural music therapy and the role of indigenous and traditional repertoires in therapeutic contexts. He is a member of BAMT, APA, and the International Federation of Musicians (FIM). [email@behnamkhodarahmi.com]

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Published

2026-02-03

Issue

Vol. 18 (2026)

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Reviews

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Copyright (c) 2026 Behnam Khodarahmi

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