The Impact of Music on Memory Recall
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Saloni Singh
College:
College of Liberal Arts
Major:
Psychology/Forensic Psychology
Faculty Research Advisor(s):
Christine Doyle
Abstract:
Abstract
This research investigates the link between background music and memory recall, with a specific emphasis on classical music's putative influence. Despite the popularity of the "Mozart Effect" in the 1990s, concerns about the accuracy of claims remain. Music acts as a foreign stimulus during a variety of tasks, which may influence memory formation and retrieval processes. Repetition and multisensory involvement have been found as important variables in memory preservation. Research at Kean University examined the effects of classical music, rock music, and silence on memory recall in 50 people. According to the findings, music with lyrics can be a distraction, whereas loudness levels may not have a major influence on memory. The purpose of this study is to examine the hypothesis that people have better memory recall when they listen to classical music or endure silence. By identifying the underlying processes, practical consequences for educational and mental wellness conditions can be revealed. Furthermore, considering the emotional element as well as the musical backgrounds of the participants deepens the inquiry. Finally, this study aims to give understanding on the neural mechanisms behind music's impact on memory recall, with possible implications in a variety of scenarios.
Keywords: Mozart Effect, Classical Music, Memory, Distraction, Mental Wellness