Annotated Bibliography #2

Music is very inspirational and helps people conquer fears. With this article it goes a long way in helping with why schools should keep music programs because of how it helps people get there emotions out

Mirow, Robert. "The Power of Music: Helping People to Sing Their Hearts Out." Learning Disability Practice Oct. 2010: 21-22. Academic Search Premier. Ebsco. Web. 27 Nov. 2010.

This article is written from the premise that music has the ability to break down barriers that are hindering people to live a normal life. A case study of a lady named Linda who was suffering from a learning disorder that causes her to be oversensitive.  The nurse was having a hard time figuring out ways to help Linda overcome the parts of life she struggles with, so she asked her, what she enjoyed in life. Linda responded with “music.” The nurse later asks her who she likes to listen to and if she can sing one of her songs to familiarize who the artist is.  While singing the nurse noticed a special glow from Linda and it also brought upon a renewed form of confidence.  The purpose of this article was to never underestimate the power of music and its ability to lower a person’s wall about a particular subject.  This article is unique by the fact that it uses a case study to prove how effective music can be on influencing how someone can go throughout their everyday life.  The case study was used to help inform parents or guardians of people who have learning disabilities and offer an alternative way to help sooth them. It pertains to my problem that music helps people deal with certain problems by allowing them to show emotion through either singing or play of a musical instrument.