Welcome to The Summit FM's Music & Wellness Program
The Summit FM believes in using the power of music to strengthen community well-being
At The Summit FM, we believe music is more than something you hear—it’s something you feel. It connects us, grounds us, and helps us heal. That’s why we created the Music & Wellness Program—to bring the restorative power of music into everyday life and promote mental, emotional, and physical health across our community.
Through a blend of on-air features and exclusive content, we explore how music supports wellness in ways that are both accessible and inspiring.
How Does Music Support Wellness?
- Lowers stress and anxiety
- Boosts mood and motivation
- Fosters self-expression and creativity
- Encourages movement
- Strengthens social connection
- Supports rest and relaxation
Suggested Music and Wellness Activities
- Group drumming
- Mindful movement paired with music
- Sound baths
- Singing, humming, or chanting
- Dancing (structured or intuitive)
- Learning or playing an instrument
By Summit Now Contributor Marc Lee Shannon In the spring of 1979, I was twenty years old and away from home, really away, for the first time. Six months prior, I was surprisingly accepted to an up-and-coming music/technology school named G.I.T., which allowed 120 students per semester. Looking back, I am confident I was #119 […]
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