Psychology of Music

Psychology of Music

Psychology or Just Cool?You're ready to relax, study, or maybe even go for a run. You throw on some headphones and turn up some of your favorite music. It feels good, right? Maybe you start to tap your feet, bob your head, or possibly get the chills from that really emotional chorus. It's hard to deny. When a movie has a great soundtrack, it's just better! What exactly is happening and why does it feel so great to listen to music? Yeah! That's what we dive into today. The key of the music definitely has something to do with the…
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Classical 101:  The Difference Between Chamber, Philharmonic, and Symphony Orchestra

Classical 101: The Difference Between Chamber, Philharmonic, and Symphony Orchestra

Learn About Classical Definitions About classical music: I recently had a discussion with a friend who asked about the difference between the term chamber, philharmonic, and symphony orchestra. “What makes one a philharmonic and another a symphony orchestra, he asked? “Also, what is a chamber orchestra exactly?” These are very good questions, and if you’re not sure, don’t feel bad, as even some of us the classical music world find it a bit confusing. So, let’s clarify. In essence, the differences between chamber, philharmonic and symphony orchestra are based on an understanding of the origins of the terms. Firstly, the…
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