Creación de cuatro canciones orientadas al desarrollo de la improvisación como recurso para estimular la conexión musical y las funciones cognitivas de los usuarios del instituto neurológico.

Abstract

The objective of this research is to support the composition of four songs based on the Nordoff Robbins model and how its application oriented to improvisation contributes to the cognitive development of neurological patients. The research methodology used was with a qualitative approach and descriptive scope. The data collection instruments used were: analysis of harmony books, analysis of thesis on music therapy, analysis of books on improvisation models, and analysis of interviews with psychologists from the neurological center. The data obtained in the research served to create four songs: "I'm going to start doing and then be", "The world is only", "Juan Salvador Gaviota" and "Casa da floresta", through musical elements such as improvisation, harmony, melody that served as the basis for the collective composition with the patients. At the end of the collective composition process, it was shown that music has benefits to stimulate cognitive functions and improve the quality of life of users on a physical, emotional and spiritual level.