Last week, Gillian Martin wrote a blog Musicians' Brains and Emotional Subtlety. Well, it seems that not only can music make one more sensitive to others, it may also help the blind see.
A recent study in the UK shows that listening to music can help restore impaired vision in stroke patients. The head of the study says "Music appears to improve awareness because of its positive emotional effect on the patient, so similar beneficial effects may also be gained by making the patient happy in other ways."
While I write this, I'm listening to the latest release from the British group Stile Antico and it is indeed making this "patient" happy and more aware!
Love the music?
Show your support by making a gift to YourClassical.
Each day, we’re here for you with thoughtful streams that set the tone for your day – not to mention the stories and programs that inspire you to new discovery and help you explore the music you love.
YourClassical is available for free, because we are listener-supported public media. Take a moment to make your gift today.