Introduction

Based on research that music is a valuable tool in reducing anxiety, promoting distraction, fostering memories and cultural attachments, Waterford Healing Arts Trust dedicates much of its work to providing a range of music throughout the hospital and as part of its outreach remit in Waterford.

This includes Healing Sounds, the Trust's bi-weekly programme of live music performances, a library of cd's available to WRH staff for playing in clinical spaces, and an innovative european exchange programme which took place in 2006 entitled Music in Hospitals.