Tag: music & math

Students decide early in life if they have any musical "talent," and that predicts whether they take music classes later. They don't see music ability as a skill.

If you play a musical instrument (or two...), you response time to sensory stimuli may be faster than it is for non-musicians. No causation here, just an interesting correlation.

Research shows that runners' brains, like those of musicians, are more connected in their networks of neurons. What's that about?

As they play an instrument, musicians' brains process several different types of information, and lots of it, in parallel, new research hints.

Understanding how emotional trauma affects the brain can guide music teachers in unlocking the full potential of each student.

Music leads to a greater spirit of cooperation among co-workers, just like it promotes enjoyment and cooperation, not competition, at school.

Music has been shown to alleviate some symptoms suffered by cancer patients, including anxiety, pain, and fatigue.

Music shapes our perceptions and emotions, even about sharks. It has long been a part of a well-rounded education in our schools.

The band programs at Rich Twp. high schools are being reduced: declining enrollment, budget issues (of course). Not my favorite decision.

Music has a powerful effect on kids. Making music out of classroom lessons can give content time to sink in as kids sing along.