Music seems to be a natural need for people. I've read that from ancient times human beings have produced sounds from "instruments" like rocks or skins stretched over a wooden frame. Music is something most people want and need. I think it's important because it can be a major part of both community and individual experience.
Music is a way of sharing a common bond or feeling. When we're children, we learn very simple songs called nursery rhymes. These songs help make us part of our culture by telling us what's acceptable and what's not. We play and sing music in our religious ceremonies because it enhances the worship experience. We play music when we're going to war or celebrating the fact that we've won a war.
We have national anthems to share our love and pride for our particular country. We have music we play for our school, and music we play for our athletic team. In fact, music has become a big part of athletic games. We use it to taunt the other team as well as celebrate when points are scored for our team.
From the radio to television, music surrounds us on a daily basis. People love listening to music. It seems that there is a playlist for everything these days. Whether you are out for a run or just enjoying a quiet night at home with a good book, music is the perfect background for every situation in your everyday life. So what is it about music that people love so much? Here are three reasons that people enjoy listening to music.
1. Music is Emotional.
There is something deeply emotional about the swelling of a song from quiet to loud and vice versa. The very anatomy of a song has a profound impact on people and it can mirror our emotions in many ways. Sometimes music can express feelings in a way that our words just can’t seem to do.
2. Music is Expressive.
Have you ever felt like you were just at a loss for words to describe your current situation? Music has a way of telling the story of our