My Way and Hey Jude among Britons’ most popular end-of-life songs

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Expert comment on Marie Curie's Music for End Campaign 2024

 

Dr Tracey McConnell, a music therapy expert and honorary Marie Curie senior research fellow at Queen’s University Belfast, said: “Terminal illness, pain and the fear of dying can result in feelings of powerlessness and isolation, even with close family and friends.

“Music therapy can help people express their feelings and make them feel better, whatever their health or emotional situation.”