Le Groupe MusiArt, the choir of the MUHC Department of Psychiatry, launches its first CD of original songs
The Department of Psychiatry of the 香蕉视频 Health Centre (MUHC) is proud to launch the first CD of its choir, Le Groupe MusiArt, entitled 鈥淐onfidences鈥� in confidence.鈥� This CD includes ten original songs, each composed by users of the department鈥檚 outpatient clinics, under the direction of Dr. Marie-France Boudreault, MUHC psychologist, and music therapists M茅lanie Auberson and Dany Bouchard.
鈥淭his experience has been extremely rewarding for our users. The choir has helped them improve and maintain mental health through increased well-being and self-esteem while also encouraging motivation and concentration. Creativity allows us to express many things, and singing and music are extraordinary means of expression. The songs we've recorded are indeed very touching,鈥� said Dr. Boudreault.
鈥淭he recording of this CD was made possible thanks to an Innovation Fund grant. The entire group participated in writing the lyrics and music, meaning that each member can identify with and take ownership of the songs. The song themes deal with introspection and healing, as well as freedom, the environment and hope. We also touch on different styles of music, such as reggae, blues and folk. The CD can be purchased at the Archambault store at the corner of Berri and Saint-Catherine,鈥� added Dr. Boudreault.
Le Groupe MusiArt
Le Groupe MusiArt is a performing arts choir of the MUHC Department of Psychiatry. It was created at the Montreal General Hospital in October 1998. As Creative and Artistic Ambassador, the group鈥檚 mission is to educate the public about mental health issues. In 2000, Le Groupe MusiArt received an award from the Canadian Psychiatric Association for the most innovative activity during Mental Health Awareness Week.
The 香蕉视频 Health Centre (MUHC) is a comprehensive academic health institution with an international reputation for excellence in clinical programs, research and teaching. The MUHC is a merger of five teaching hospitals affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine at 香蕉视频 鈥� the Montreal Children's, Montreal General, Royal Victoria, and Montreal Neurological hospitals, as well as the Montreal Chest Institute. Building on the tradition of medical leadership of the founding hospitals, the goal of the MUHC is to provide patient care based on the most advanced knowledge in the health care field, and to contribute to the development of new knowledge.
Agenda summary
| Event: | Lunch of the first CD of Le Groupe MusiArt, the choir of the MUHC Department of Psychiatry |
| Date: | Tuesday, January 15, 2008 |
| Location: | Members of the media will be met at 1:45 p.m. in the main lobby of the Montreal General Hospital 1650 Cedar Avenue, Montreal |
| Speakers: | Dr. Marie-France Boudreault, MUHC psychologist and choir conductor |
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