An Interview With

Sarah Martin McConnell

SEASON 5 | EPISODE 101 | 7 April 2025

Sarah Martin McConnell speaking about music for seniors on Living on the B Side podcast

The Healing Power of Music for Seniors

with Sarah Martin McConnell

⏰ Timecodes ⏰
1:56 The Journey of Music for Seniors
6:26 Creative Aging and Personal Fulfilment
9:19 The Role of Music in Healing and Connection
20:07 Introverts and Creative Expression
29:01 The Journey of Sarah’s Music Career
33:25 The Power of Silence and Reflection
33:44 The Impact of Creative Aging on Mental Health
34:42 The Importance of Community and Connection
35:22 Final Thoughts and Reflections

About this Episode

In this episode, I sit down with Sarah Martin McConnell, founder of Music for Seniors, a non-profit dedicated to bringing live music experiences to older adults.

We explore the impact of music on wellbeing, Sarah’s advocacy for creative aging, and the incredible journey that led her to this work. Plus, we discuss her personal musical path, her TEDx talk, and her upcoming album Love Songs to the Universe.

Whether you’re passionate about music, aging, or simply love inspiring stories, this episode is for you!

Meet Sarah Martin McConnell

Sarah is Founder (2007) & Executive Director Emeritus of Nashville-based Music for Seniors a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization on its way to national expansion. Under her watch, Music for Seniors served over 30,000 older adults yearly and launched its first chapter affiliate in Knoxville. The organization was featured on the national PBS NewsHour Arts and Culture Series, CANVAS.

Sarah is a Singer and Songwriter, a Creative Aging champion-advocate, TEDx Speaker, WeWork Creator Award winner, Performer and Musician. Voted Best Nonprofit Mover and Shaker in Nashville Scene’s “Best of Nashville” Awards. Sarah’s new Christmas single can be found at https://bit.ly/EveryHeartGoesHome.

Her upcoming album, “Love Songs to the Universe” is set for release in early 2025

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