Music is known to evoke emotions and impact our attitudes. Listeners of music are often drawn to music that will help boost their moods or reflect how they are feeling. For most, extreme music like heavy metal, hardcore, punk, or screamo isn’t a go-to when wanting to get in a better mood. Extreme metal music often gets a bad… Read more →
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Human Brain Evolved with Preference for Music
Music has had a profound effect on the brains of humans, but what about our earlier ancestors? Read more →
Is Music Good For Your Health?
We already know that listening to our favorite musical artists can put us in a better mood, but can listening to music really benefit our health? New research suggests that music has a very real effect on our health and can work to improve our general sense of wellbeing. At the very least, positive or uplifting music can help us… Read more →
Positivity’s Impact on The Creative Brain
The creatively-minded are considered to be free-spirits or daydreamers, which purportedly sets them apart from pencil pushers and those interested in the sciences. However, did you know that there’s scientific evidence suggesting that anyone can be creative? More than that, did you know that ambiance and mental outlook are fundamental provocations when it comes to creative productivity? There are many components to what kind of environment… Read more →
Highly Creative Individuals Have Better-Connected Brains
Are you left-brained or right-brained? What if I told you the “right/left brain” theory might be bogus? According to research published by Duke University during February of the year, creative people have better-connected brains. In fact, this report states, “Highly creative people have significantly more white matter connections (shown in green) between the right and left hemispheres of the… Read more →
How Playing Music Affects the Developing Brain, Part 2:
The Conservatory Lab Charter School, located in Boston, puts a high value on their musical program. Every student receives musical instruction regardless of whether they have had it before or not. Diana Lam, the head of the school, includes music in the core curriculum because it teaches students to strive for quality in all areas of their lives and addresses… Read more →