From Nashville, Tenn.: Music performances are taking place in hospital rooms, aiming to boost the mood of patients, their families, and hospital staff. A physician notes that music can have a calming effect, helping patients deal with their situation. This calming effect is said to promote healing and affect hormone levels.

A specific program involves a musician visiting rooms to perform for patients. One notable instance from this program is a duet performed five years ago that gained significant attention.

Further details about the program and its effects are available, including comments from a board-certified physician and information about a particular musician's involvement.