Study on the Impact of Community Music Activities on the Spiritual and Cultural Life of the Elderly
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https://doi.org/10.54097/ewka8644Keywords:
Community Music Activities, Seniors, Spiritual and Cultural Life, Social Participation, Mental Health, Senior-Friendly CommunitiesAbstract
With the accelerating aging of my country's population, improving the quality of the spiritual and cultural life of the elderly has become a crucial component of the strategy for actively addressing this aging population. As the core of the elderly's daily lives, community music activities, with their accessible and highly interactive nature, have become a key vehicle for enriching their spiritual and cultural lives. This paper systematically analyzes the connotations, types, and organizational models of community music activities, drawing on case studies from multiple communities across China. It focuses on their impact on emotional regulation, psychological health, social interaction, and self-realization among the elderly. The study found that community music activities can effectively alleviate loneliness and anxiety among the elderly, build stable social networks through collective participation, and help them achieve a sense of accomplishment through music practice, thus addressing the gaps in their spiritual and cultural needs. Currently, some communities still face challenges with insufficient resources for music activities, a monotonous format, and a lack of personalized design. Based on these issues, this paper proposes approaches to optimizing the provision of community music activities, including increasing resource investment, introducing professional guidance, and customizing differentiated activities. This approach aims to provide practical insights for improving the quality of the spiritual and cultural life of the elderly and building age-friendly communities. All data and case studies in this article are sourced from public policy documents, academic research results, and community practice reports to ensure authenticity and verifiability.
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