The Mozart Effect – Myth Or Fact?
But contrary to what many believe , the Mozart Effect does not increase a child’s intelligence.
The Mozart Effect is just a myth: it doesn’t affect the little ones’ minds.
Nevertheless, we would like to introduce you to the other advantages of having your baby listen to the pieces by this Austrian composer and pianist.
Why music by Mozart?
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was a very talented child who started composing music at the age of five. He was very skilled especially at playing the violin and some other keyboard instruments.
In his short but successful life (1756-1791) this musical genius wrote over 600 high quality pieces.
Scientific studies, which were carried out over a period of several years, tried to attribute various additional qualities to the compositions of the artist, which go beyond their musical value. Accordingly, the so-called Mozart Effect emerged as a “scientific” theory that has been defended by countless researchers.
The Mozart Effect in Stimulating Babies
A conglomerate of expert opinion, research, and speculation began in 1991 after a book was published. Ultimately, it was found that his music is unique thanks to the beats per minute, the high frequencies and many other characteristics.
Accordingly, it is necessary to clarify that Mozart’s music generates a variety of useful stimuli for the emotional development of babies.
Pieces by Mozart and especially some of his famous compositions such as K 488 (Sonata for Two Pianos in D major) offer therapeutic benefits in the first few months and years of life.
Listening to Mozart activates different areas of the brain, transmits a good mood, joy, positive feelings and awakens the musical streak at a young age.
Conclusion:
The Mozart effect not only spread rapidly, it was also a huge fraud. He was supported by the idea that something as great as music could have an impact on a child’s intelligence or IQ.
Perhaps the Mozart effect was perpetuated by the fact that people want to immediately turn every new idea into a product or a commodity. It spread through the rumor mill and Mozart’s music found its way into many households.
The Mozart Effect – Myth or Fact?
The idea that music by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart or other composers increases intelligence or concentration, or areas in the brain that are necessary for motor coordination or accelerates learning processes, is unfortunately not true.
If you want to have a smart, healthy, and happy baby, you should strengthen your connection with him. Talk to him, sing to him, play with him.
We recommend that you take your baby for a walk so they can discover the world. You can also give him new things and toys in bright colors.
Read stories, come up with some, stroke and kiss your baby and show him your love.
However, if you want to take advantage of the above, you can let Mozart hear it while it sleeps – at a quiet, relaxing volume.
