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Ongoing wars around the world have left populations with severe mental illnesses including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The present study examines music therapy, particularly community singing, as a potential intervention to support the well-being of mothers of fallen soldiers. A community singing program (six group sessions, each lasting 90 minutes) was offered to Armenian mothers who lost their sons in the war, and feedback was gathered through a questionnaire. Analysis was conducted using thematic analysis to identify themes relating to their experiences and perceptions of the music therapy program. Results show that community singing delivered substantial benefits, including enhanced self-confidence and improved mood. This study contributes to the growing body of evidence supporting the effectiveness of community singing as a valuable intervention in aiding individuals coping with profound grief and loss.