The flow of imagery elicited by G.I.M. music programs during unguided music imaging

Abstract

Guided Imagery and Music(GIM) is a method of psychotherapy using specifically prepared programs of classical music to facilitate altered states of consciousness and imagery. Whilst researchers and clinicians agree that music in GIM acts as a catalyst to the imagery response, little is known about the temporal effects of entire GIM programs. This study explores the premise that a continuous assessment of autonomic arousal may increase an understanding of time-varying relationships between the musical structure of GIM programs and the listener's imagery. In the final conclusion the author postulates that, although specific attributes of music may underpin specific imagery responses, it is the unique temporal structure of the entire GIM program that facilitates the continuous flow of the imagery. Recommendations are made for future research into the continuous response to music and imagery.

Date of Award	2004
Original language	English