June 2014 PMID 24759864

Menstrual cycle phase alters women's sexual preferences for composers of more complex music.

Benjamin D Charlton

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72
Peak: 2 in May 2021
across 6 sources since Apr 2021

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What people are saying

The overall tone is light-hearted, with remarks about attractiveness and favorite musicians, such as asking readers about their preferred musicians, which indicates casual engagement. While some references to musical preferences align loosely with the study's themes, the discussion mostly revolves around personal interests rather than scientific implications, reflecting a moderate interest level but limited deep impact.

AgreementNeither agree nor disagree

The discussions show a mix of support and skepticism, with some posts reacting playfully or casually, indicating neither strong agreement nor disagreement overall.

InterestModerate interest

Many posts seem curious about attractiveness and music, suggesting moderate interest, though some are more superficial or humorous.

EngagementModerate engagement

Posts delve into personal opinions, favorite musicians, and playful comments, reflecting moderate engagement but not deep scientific analysis.

ImpactNeutral impact

The social discussions hint at a general curiosity about music and attractiveness but do not suggest significant influence on opinions or behavioral changes regarding the study.

Abstract in brief

  • Women tend to prefer men who compose more complex music during their peak fertility times, suggesting a link between menstrual cycle phase and sexual preferences.
  • The study found that women’s preference for complex music was specific to short-term mate choices and was not related to long-term partner preferences or visual art preferences.
  • These findings support Darwin's idea that music might have evolved as a way to attract mates, with women possibly choosing talented musicians to gain genetic advantages for their offspring.]

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Julie Strong
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Northampton Bach Choir
@NtonBach · X

@PSongsters @seam100 @helenneeves1 @JWHallBaritone Google is an astonishing tool. Trying to think of various song cycles by women so typed “song cycle women” in and this is what came up: https://t.co/JtxROJaONs

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Julie Strong
@JulieofNtB · X

In today's video we talk about what makes musicians so attractive! I also reveal which musician I used to be in love with...who's your favorite hot musician? Also, SUBSCRIBE!

May 14, 2021 · 4 likes · 134 followers View post →
Northampton Bach Choir
@NtonBach · X

@PSongsters @seam100 @helenneeves1 @JWHallBaritone Google is an astonishing tool. Trying to think of various song cycles by women so typed “song cycle women” in and this is what came up: https://t.co/JtxROJaONs

Apr 23, 2021 · 1 like · 1,670 followers View post →