# Memory-Stimulating Music 'Transcendental Tunes' Hopes to Make Memories New and Meaningful By Meghan Young | Published 2010-08-17 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/transcendental-tunes References: [gizmodo](http://gizmodo.com/5612611/using-music-to-reach-the-memories-of-alzheimers-patients) & [core77](http://www.core77.com/blog/object_culture/transcendental_tunes_connecting_alzheimers_patients_with_their_care_partners_through_music__17163.asp) Designed by José de la O, 'Transcendental Tunes' "combines RFID with [old school stereo equipment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cassetteone) and digital tunes to serves as a memory trigger and emotional aid for Alzheimer's patients," according to Core 77. Focusing on the medial pre-frontal cortex, which is responsible for [familiar music, memory and emotions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mood2music), 'Transcendental Tunes' tries to access stored memories to make them new and meaningful again. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 39% | Activity: 68% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Memory-stimulating Music:** Revolutionizing Alzheimer's patients' experience with music as a memory trigger and emotional aid. - **RFID Technology and Music:** Combining RFID technology with music to create an innovative approach in transcending memory for Alzheimer's patients. - **Neuroscience and Music:** Exploring the scientific relationship between familiar music, memory, and emotions to improve the lives of Alzheimer's patients. ### Where This Applies - **Healthcare:** Looking to create innovative solutions, such as 'Transcendental Tunes, to improve the quality of life for Alzheimer's patients. - **Music:** Developing new applications and technologies that integrate music to transcend memory and emotions for those with Alzheimer's and other memory loss conditions. - **Technology:** Utilizing RFID technology and digital tunes to provide a new and innovative memory-stimulating experience for Alzheimer's patients. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Music-Based Therapy Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spiritune.md) - [Emotion-Driven AI Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/memoreel.md) - [Mindful Meditative Soundscape Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sonic-heirloom.md) - [Scent-Powered Photo Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scent-stimulation-device.md) - [Aromatic Memory Projection Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scent-camera-memory-station.md) - [Modernized Retro Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-memory.md) - [Mood-Enhancing Aromatherapy Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/memoraphy.md) - [Therapeutic Head Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cognito-therapeutics.md) - [AI Relaxation Music](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-relaxation-music.md)