Abstract

Past research has suggested that music with fast tempos and rhythms have different physiological and emotional effects than music with slow tempos and rhythms. If these beliefs and studies are accurate, an individual will have physiological changes and report different emotions and moods after listening to music, and these changes will depend on the style of music that was heard. Twenty-nine participants were asked to report current emotions, moods, and musical preferences before and after listening to one of four musical selections: rock, rap, classical, and no music. Emotion and mood state were not affected by any of the musical conditions, but heart rate significantly increased for those in the rock condition.

Recommended Citation

Fritz, Jenifer (2008) "Effects of Music on Emotional and Physiological Responses," Undergraduate Psychology Research Methods Journal: Vol. 1: Iss. 7, Article 6.
Available at: https://digitalcommons.lindenwood.edu/psych_journals/vol1/iss7/6