Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A March 2010 PMID 20231438

Rhythmic engagement with music in infancy.

Marcel Zentner, Tuomas Eerola

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Throughout these discussions, participants express interest in the research by mentioning influential figures like Prof Ian Cross and Marcel Zentner, indicating their relevance in the field; the tone varies from supportive to curious, with some suggesting experimental ideas like changing tempos to deepen understanding, demonstrating moderate engagement and recognition of the study's potential impact.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions show support or recognition of the research, especially highlighting its relevance to music and developmental studies.

InterestHigh interest

The topics generate high interest, with references to specific researchers and practical applications like dancing and tempo changes.

EngagementModerate engagement

Comments reflect a moderate level of engagement, including personal observations, referencing related works, and suggesting experimental approaches.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions hint at a meaningful impact, as they connect the research to real-world activities such as dance, emotional responses, and neurodevelopmental implications.

Abstract in brief

  • Infants as young as 5 to 24 months show a natural tendency to move rhythmically to music and regular sounds, indicating an early predisposition for musical engagement.
  • The research found that infants move more rhythmically to music than to speech, and they can adjust their movement tempo to match different auditory speeds.
  • Additionally, infants who display more coordinated rhythmic movement to music tend to show more positive emotions, suggesting a link between musical rhythm and emotional response.]

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Gabriela Pavarini (eXited – on bsky and LI)
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@julietgriffin92 @trishgreenhalgh Thank you for tagging me! @trishgreenhalgh check out the work of Prof Ian Cross at the Cambridge Centre for Music and Science. Also Marcel Zentner's cool work on rhythmic engagement with music in infancy.

Mar 2, 2021 · 4 likes · 779 followers View post →
KatjaKornysheva
@KatjaKornysheva · X

@smickdougle Wow, great fiddling and dancing, both! Your son is an exceptional synchronizer! Reminded me of this paper https://t.co/ANATmstY4M. Have you tried changing the tempo?

Jan 23, 2020 · 3 likes · 842 followers View post →

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Gabriela Pavarini (eXited – on bsky and LI)
@gabi_pavarini · X

@julietgriffin92 @trishgreenhalgh Thank you for tagging me! @trishgreenhalgh check out the work of Prof Ian Cross at the Cambridge Centre for Music and Science. Also Marcel Zentner's cool work on rhythmic engagement with music in infancy.

Mar 2, 2021 · 4 likes · 779 followers View post →
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@thepetitioner @Gary_Coffey01 @SwailesRuth @AaronEarlyYears @_CREC Leaving this one here - it’s all about the brain @alisonpearsonSW https://t.co/YF90KizqCI #SENDVoices

Jul 18, 2020 · 2 likes · 436 followers View post →
KatjaKornysheva
@KatjaKornysheva · X

@smickdougle Wow, great fiddling and dancing, both! Your son is an exceptional synchronizer! Reminded me of this paper https://t.co/ANATmstY4M. Have you tried changing the tempo?

Jan 23, 2020 · 3 likes · 842 followers View post →