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Volunteer Brings Music Therapy to Seniors and Veterans in San Diego County

18 June 2026 15:45

Cliff Keller, a retired executive from La Mesa, has volunteered for 17 years with Resounding Joy, providing music therapy to seniors and veterans in San Diego County. His efforts include playing guitar for a nonverbal elderly woman her favorite song before she died.

- Keller played "Ramona" for a dying woman who responded emotionally. - He retired at 50 after a successful career in the semiconductor industry.

- He founded music groups and organized free concerts. - He now works with veterans and active-duty military through jam sessions and a band.

Keller's work highlights the power of music therapy in end-of-life care and community healing.

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