Bringing the comfort of
music to the critically ill
Elaine Hild
Certified Music Practitioner
Harp - Viola - Voice
PhD - Musicology
About Me
My training includes a conservatory performance degree (Bachelor of Music) and credentials to play in medical facilities (Certified Music Practitioner). I have played extensively for clinical staff and patients in intensive care, neonatal intensive care, and hospice care units—most recently at Longmont United Hospital.
About Palliative Music
We are not powerless. Even when we grapple with medical crises and serious illness, we can experience beauty, peace, and comfort.
Palliative music is patient-centered music. A palliative musician sits at the bedside, carefully attending to the patient as she plays, in order to create music that promotes relaxation and rest.
Services
Serving the Fort Collins area. Video connections,
socially distanced, and masked options available.
Bedside Music
Comfort music for your loved one, at home or in a health-care facility.
Musician in Residence
Weekly visits to a healthcare facility to provide music for patients.
Staff Wellness
Promote staff resilience with live music at a nurses’ station, charting area, or break room.
Support
There is no charge for palliative music visits to critically ill individuals. Patients and family members are welcome to donate as little or as much as they like for palliative music sessions.
Your donation makes it possible to provide music to those in need. Thank you!
