Music has been shown to enhance learning and have relaxing effects. Studies have found that music with at least 60 beats per minute activates both sides of the brain, aiding brain development in infants and children. Students who play a musical instrument are also more likely to succeed academically due to increased brain activity. Different music genres can help relax the body by slowing the heart rate and breathing rate, but may also increase blood pressure and heart rate depending on the music's energy. Listening to music more often could help reduce needs for anti-stress treatments.

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4. A U.S. gallop pole conducted in 2006, illustrates Music’s affect on the intellectual capabilities of students who play an instrument. Students who are in music are much more likely to succeed in school because of their increased brain activity 4

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