Exposition: Elevating voices of experience in music and health

This chapter gives an editorial overview of the book, covering the main themes of the importance of stories in understanding health and wellness journeys, and their importance in illuminating the needs of service users in healthcare settings. The focus on music and its contribution to health and wellbeing is also introduced, along with an overview of the structure of the book, which uses the classical music sonata form as its basis. We introduce why stories matter, musical narratives, and the authors who contribute to this book. The chapter aims to situate the reader and help them to navigate, dip in, and enjoy this book.