what patients say:

Oh my goodness, I thought I was dreaming that beautiful music.

You cannot imagine how wonderful it is to awaken to harp music! That was the first really good sleep I’ve had since being here in the hospital!

What could be more wonderful than being serenaded? Beautiful music—thank you.

It made a difference in my day, the music goes right here [pointing to her heart].

I really need to make room for this [relaxation] in my life.

The music is so soothing, you will never know how much I appreciate it, the music is very unobtrusive, so enjoyable.

I feel like I’m at a spa.

I’m starting to like this hospital more all the time.

Oh boy. This ought to be good for my blood pressure.

Oh, you’ve made my day! I’ve been so lonely and bored.

I’m going to miss that [harp music]. It’s so peaceful and refreshing! I always looked forward to it!

When I get better I’m going to do this—you have made me feel so much better. My pain went away and I’m so relaxed I feel like I could really sleep peacefully for awhile.

I was very moved by the music. Thank you so much.

What a wonderful ministry.

Oh, the music is gorgeous! Thank you.

You should come back when I am trying to go to sleep.

The music is so beautiful and soothing. You really lifted my spirits. I am so grateful.

The music is awesome! Can you stay with me all day? I can’t believe you are improvising, this is so wonderful.

Oh, I never expected this! How wonderful, the music is so beautiful and relaxing.

You are hypnotizing me. If you stay much longer, I will fall asleep. The music is so beautiful, we had a good time.

This is one of the nice things that happen in the world. The music is so beautiful. Thank you for the soothing music.

This is the nicest thing that’s happened to me in a long time.

You bring tears to my eyes.

The songs bring back beautiful memories.