A survey of music programs at residential and nursing homes for the aged in Maryland was conducted. The findings are described and implications for developing successful music programs for older adults are discussed. Resources are listed. (KC)

A wide variety of music-learning pursuits should be available to older adults based on their need, capabilities, and desires. Guidelines for developing and evaluating music programs for senior citizens are presented. (RM)

Attributes of life-span development, humanistic aspects of aging with a positive self-concept, and psycho-social expectations for older adults are all relevant to developing a philosophical foundation for a music education program for older adults. (RM)