Educação musical e musicalização como mecanismos de bem-estar emocional para idosos: um relato de experiência no serviço de convivência e fortalecimento de vínculos em Paço do Lumiar - MA

Abstract

The article addresses the importance and impact of Music Education and Musicalization on the well-being of the elderly, with the help of music from Maranhão. The research field used was the Service for Coexistence and Strengthening of Bonds in Paço do Lumiar, Maranhão. The main objective was to describe and analyze musical activities developed with this age group, emphasizing how music education, when integrated with psychology, can offer new possibilities for the redefinition of emotions and promote psychological well-being. The research adopted a qualitative approach, based on a Bibliographic Research and the observation technique of the experiences lived by the elderly participants. The results showed that musical activities not only favor the expression and emotional management among the elderly, but also contribute significantly to improving the quality of life, strengthening social bonds and promoting mental health. Music education, in this context, has proven to be a valuable tool for stimulating perception, learning, memory, attention, motor coordination and social interaction in the elderly, corroborating the idea that music has vast therapeutic and educational potential. This study concludes that music education and music education activities for the elderly are promising areas in the current educational context, especially in programs aimed at strengthening bonds and promoting well-being. The integration of music with psychological practices enriches the teaching-learning process, offering the elderly a unique opportunity for rediscovery and personal appreciation through musical expression. The research highlights the need for more studies and initiatives that explore the potential of music education as an effective strategy for healthy and active aging