Beyond its ability to entertain and inspire, music has been recognized for centuries as an extraordinary therapeutic activity that can profoundly impact our physical, emotional, and mental well-being. Whether creating, performing, or simply listening, engaging with music can be a transformative journey that enhances our lives in countless ways. One of the key reasons why music can be so therapeutically effective is its direct access to our emotions. Melodies, rhythms, and harmonies uniquely resonate with our innermost feelings, often reaching places within us that words alone cannot reach.

You don’t need to buy an expensive instrument to make music. Aside from apps and thrift stores, you can make your own from items in your house. There are dozens of videos on how to make homemade instruments, here are a few: