Traditional culture serves as a music-therapeutic tool, helping communities cope with grief and emotions. In Russian folklore, unique “laments” express feelings of sorrow. This presentation will explore the characteristics of the psycho-physical state of individuals experiencing grief, the structure of traditional laments, their impact on emotional well-being, and the possibilities for the contemporary application of these techniques. Participants will receive practical insights, examples, and musical illustrations for working with clients. The importance of therapist safety and group support during therapy will also be discussed.
