Music has been used to aid the healing process since Florence Nightingale first noted its effect on her patients (Murrock & Higgins, 2009). We have since moved forward with the idea that music can be encouraging for both recovery and treatment (Murrock & Higgins, 2009). There is evidence that music can promote psychological well-being and encourage movement (Dwyer, 1995; Macone, Baldari, Zelli & Guidetti, 2006). Music can also be used as a therapeutic avenue for expression, movement, and conceptualization (O'Callaghan, Barry, & Thompson, 2010). The aging population also appears to benefit from making music, both for those with dementia and those without dementia (Cevasco, 2010; Creech, Hallam, Varvarigou, McQueen & Gaunt, 2013). Music can also be self-administered, which allows it to be one of the safest prescriptions for healing (Murrock & Higgins, 2009). We therefore understand that music is one of the most useful therapies we have access to and we should not be afraid to use it in a broader context as nurses. Basic music theory Murrock and Higgins (2009) developed a concept based on neurological responses to music and their possible correlation with positive reinforcement when combined with daily physical exercise recommendations contained in national guidelines. They wanted to encourage health optimization through exercise, positive neurological responses to music, and behavioral development from routine exercise. Murrock and Higgins' theory represents a fusion of ideas that have been around for many years, such as the positive effect of music on patients first noted by Florence Nightingale. They believe that music can lead to positive health outcomes by improving the patient's mood. They…half of the paper…exercise intrinsic motivation. Health Values: The Journal of Health Behavior, Education & Promotion, 19(2), 18-26. Murrock, C., & Higgins, P. (2009). The theory of music, mood and movement to improve health outcomes. Journal of Advanced Nursing, 65(10), 2249-2257. doi:10.1111/j.1365-2648.2009.05108.x.Macone, D., Baldari, C., Zelli, A., & Guidetti, L. (2006). Music and physical activity in psychological well-being. Perceptual and Motor Skills, 103(1), 285-295. O'callaghan, C., Barry, P., & Thompson, K. (2012). The relevance of music for adolescents and young adults with cancer: A constructivist research approach. Supportive care in cancer, 20(4), 687-97.Plante, T. G., Gustafson, C., Brecht, C., Imberi, J., & Sanchez, J. (2011). Exercising with your iPod, with a friend, or with neither: Which is better for psychological benefits?. American Journal of Health Behavior, 35(2), 199-208.