Regardless of musical training, a person's brain synchronizes with the rhythm of music, but musicians' brain responses are much stronger and more resistant to distraction. Read More
A new mathematical model can predict how the brain reacts when learning a rhythmic beat. The model shows how a neural network can act as a 'neural metronome' by estimating time intervals between beats within tens of milliseconds. The metronome relies on gamma oscillations to keep track of time. Read More
According to researchers, drumming for an hour a week helps improve learning at school for children on the autism spectrum. The study reports drumming not only improves dexterity, rhythm and timing for those with ASD, it also helps improve concentration and enhances communication with peers. Read More
Researchers reveal lullabies help sooth both baby and mom simultaneously. Additionally, playing music to babies help increase their attention and positive displays of emotion to their mothers. Read More
A new study evaluates whether musicians have an advantage in understanding speech compared to those without musical training. Read More
A new study focuses on how children learn to write. Quantifying pen movements revealed a process of learning distinct temporal patterns of movement that differentiate a set of features for each symbol. Read More
A new report reveals how the development of music is so closely tied to our own evolution. Read More
According to researchers, the brain is more biased toward certain musical rhythms than others. Read More
Researchers report we recognize patterns in music automatically, even with no musical training. Read More
Researchers investigate whether speaking a different native language has an effect on how we hear music. Read More
Openness, as indicated by a personality trait test, is a predictor of musical ability, researchers report. Read More
According to a new study, the ability to tap along to a beat and the ability to remember rhythms appear to be unrelated skills. Read More
