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¹Macedonian Academy of Sciences and Arts, Skopje, RN Macedonia.

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Summary

Music is a fundamental human experience that influences brain structure and function. Engaging with music can enhance cognitive development, improve well-being, and potentially alleviate symptoms of various disorders.

Keywords:

EEG brain development music neuroscience

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Area of Science:

Neuroscience
Cognitive Science
Musicology

Background:

Music is a universal socio-cultural element in human societies.
Music provides affective and pleasurable experiences, impacting individuals physically and emotionally.
Research indicates music influences brain structure and function, with neural oscillations synchronizing to musical stimuli.

Purpose of the Study:

To summarize the effects of music on brain functioning and development.
To highlight music's role in perception, performance, and neural resonance.
To underscore music's potential therapeutic benefits.

Main Methods:

Review of existing research on music and the brain.
Discussion of "neural resonance theory" principles.
Synthesis of findings on music's impact on cognitive and emotional well-being.

Main Results:

Music synchronizes neural oscillations, explained by neural resonance theory.
Musical experiences can enhance cognitive development and brain function.
Music has potential applications in improving quality of life and ameliorating disease symptoms.

Conclusions:

Music is integral to human societies, offering pleasure and social connection.
Musical engagement positively impacts brain development and function.
Further exploration of music's therapeutic potential is warranted.