This is a treatise on the physiological, emotional, and spiritual effects of music. The book develops the modern phenomenon of contemporary music and its roll in the neurotic episodes of our generation. It also delves into the impact music has on the spiritual life. Finally, a book written on the elements of music for the 'people.' In its finality, this work fills a void which is lacking in other expositions which address this subject." Renowned Maestro Laszlo Halasz, Founder of the New York City Opera COmpany; Professor at Juilliard School of Music; Eastman School of Music, and the State University of New York at Stonybrook. --Maestro Halasz Carol A. Torres is a former Concert Violinist under the direction of Maestro Laszlo Halasz, Founder and Director of the New York City Opera, and former assistant of Arturo Toscanini. Louis R. Torres is a former Rock n' Roll bass player with Bill Haley and his Comets. Both are professors and lecture internationally.