ABSTRACT
Music plays an important part in most adults’ lives. In the Introduction we noted the diversity of music available today and the interest in taking part in various musical activities. We provided brief overviews in the two previous chapters of how children and adolescents respond to and make use of music. In relation to the lifespan theme of this book we continue with a brief overview of the adult’s musical profile. What are the connections between an adult’s personal, social and cultural history, musical preferences and musical identity? How can such connections be respected and integrated in music therapy practice?
