MUSIC AND BRAIN DEVELOPMENT: UNDERSTANDING THE NEUROLOGICAL EFFECTS OF MUSICAL TRAINING
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.11177478Abstract
Music has long been recognized as a powerful medium that touches the depths of human emotions, transcending language and cultural barriers. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, music also exerts a profound influence on brain development and functioning, shaping neural circuits and cognitive processes in remarkable ways. This thesis aims to delve into the intricate relationship between music and brain development, specifically focusing on the neurological effects of musical training.
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