Had you ever felt a sudden rush of joy because a favorite song came on the radio? Then you know that music can have a strong effect on your emotions.“You should try to take this power of music. It can help you beat a bad mood or maintain in a good one," says Alicia Ann Clair, a professor a the University of Kansas.“Music can also help you relax and feel rejuvenated (有精神的).”
To cheer up, listen to pop music or anything with a fast rhythm ( 节奏). When you want to relax after a busy day, music with a slower rhythm can calm you down.“Listen to calming music before you start stressful activities," advises Dr. Clair. “Once you are in a good state of mind, it's easier to maintain. And to reduce stress at work, put on relaxing tunes(曲调) only when you really need them. If you listen to them all day long, you'll stop noticing them," Dr. Clair explains.“Then the music won't have any effect.”
You can change your mood by switching from one kind of music to another. To feel energetic, start with something peaceful and relaxing, and then increase the speed and beat. For example, play some nice slow songs,and then listen to something more energetic. Again, when you want to calm down after a busy week at work, just do the opposite.
Some scientists believe that music can affect the way you behave. For example, loud, fast music makes you eat faster. People usually chew (咀嚼) their food faster when the music gets faster. And it is a fact that students learn better when they are relaxed.
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Music can have a strong effect on people's
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| A．China National Library Concert Hall. | B．Symphony Hall, Xinghai Concert Hall. |
| C．Chamber Hall, Xinghai Concert Hall. | D．Beijing Concert Hall. |
| A．We can enjoy various music. |
| B．It is free for children to attend it. |
| C．We can appreciate both the music and the story. |
| D．Sergey Prokofiev will perform it. |
【推荐2】Music can be a great mental rest, allowing you to relax and get lost in your favorite songs.
Boost (增强) your creativity. Music is a creativity booster. When you turn up the songs that make you joyful, your brain gets more creative.
Build cooperation and connection with people. Playing a musical instrument helps you connect with people with similar interests.
Improve physical health and performance.
| A．Relieve stress and pains. |
| B．Make you happier and more generous. |
| C．Music can turn someone into a seriously big-hearted person. |
| D．It enables you to make new friends who share your music passion. |
| E．There’s a reason you play music in the background when you hit the gym. |
| F．It helps ease the pressure off your mind and puts it in a creation-ready mode. |
| G．While most people are addicted to music, few have considered the real impact of music. |
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Summer is the great time of a year for music lovers, especially if you love the outdoor concerts. Festival season is just beginning, and there is much to look forward to in the coming months.
Primavera Sound
To start the summer, there’s no better place than Barcelona. At the concert, you’ll find bands like The Zombies, Arcade Fire, and Bon Iver. Then take some time to taste the local food and wine.
May 31-June 4, Barcelona, Spain
Music Type: Rock, hip-hop
Price: $ 86-$ 323
Governors Ball
One of the great summer concerts in New York City is Governor’s Ball, which takes place in early June at Randall’s Island Park. Some of the playing artists include Tool, Phoenix, Lorde, Flume, and the Wu-Tang Clan.
June 2-4, New York, USA
Music Type: Rock, hip-hop, pop
Price: $ 105-$ 405
Bonnaroo
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June 8-11, Manchester, Tennessee, USA
Music Type: Rock, hip-hop
Price: $ 210-$ 554
Firefly Music Festival
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June 15-18, Dover, Delaware, USA
Music Type: Blues, rock
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| D．Some famous musicians will take part in the event in Manchester. |
| A．It performs Blues. | B．It is popular with travelers. |
| C．It is held in summer. | D．It has many famous musicians. |
