What exactly is the Mozart Effect?
It is the use of the transformative powers of music to foster health, education, and well-being. According to Mr. Campbell’s well documented book and eye-opening and informative website at www.mozarteffect.com, music can therapeutically be used to improve memory and awareness, integrate learning styles, improve attention deficit disorder, increase listening skills, activate creativity, reduce stress, alleviate depression, and assist in the treatment of mental and physical injuries. It is beyond the scope of this book to explain the intricacies of all these diverse uses for musical therapy. Regarding its use in facilitating learning, here are some fast facts from numerous research sources and a thumbnail sketch of how and why the Mozart Effect really works! According to a 1996 study conducted by the College Entrance Exam Service, students that sang or played a musical instrument scored an average of 51 points higher on the verbal portion and 39 points higher on the math portion of the S
