Famous classical Greek philosopher Plato, who recognized the importance of Music 2000 years ago, writes, “Through foolishness they deceived themselves into thinking that there was no right or wrong in music -- that it was to be judged good or bad by the pleasure it gave. By their work and their theories they infected the masses with the presumption to think themselves adequate judges ... As it was, the criterion was not music, but a reputation for promiscuous cleverness and a spirit of law-breaking." He adds, "The introduction of a new kind of music must be shunned as imperiling the whole State: since styles of music are never disturbed without affecting the most important political institutions."
Some scientists, after extensive research work, have concluded that certain music compositions can in fact be dangerous and can affect our health, behavior and emotions. Studies also prove that with certain type of music, plants turn away, animals become disoriented and water crystals too turn to mud.
One thing that music does that cannot be ignored is it stimulates the brain, sometimes positively and sometimes negatively. Loudness, tempo of music, dissonance and tone quality are the main aspects of music that can affect us. It is for us to experiment with various kinds of music by various musicians and study the effects on our behavior, emotions and health to get the best out of it.
Sound(s) Of Music
