Nigel Osborne is a British composer, art therapist, and expert in using music and art to support children who have experienced trauma due to military conflicts.

During the lecture, we discussed how music and art can assist families affected by war, and explored a simple model—our mind, our body, and our relationships with others—how they are interconnected, and how music and art can aid in recovery.

We also examined artistic activities that support this recovery process, ranging from simple rhythmic exercises aimed at the biological consequences of trauma to composing songs, operas, and musicals, and addressing the psychological and social consequences of traumatic experiences.