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Music is a human activity which involves structured, audible

sounds and is used for artistic, entertainment or

ceremonial purposes. Music is a major part of our

environment. Music is often referred to as "The International

Language"--a simple thought with vast implications behind

it. Even if you cannot speak the language of a foreign

country, you can move, dance, and most of all, enjoy the

music of that country. While we may not understand the

words to a particular song, we do understand the beauty of

the music.

The making of music predates man's use of the written word

and is deeply tied to the development and uniqueness of

various human cultures. Music has influenced human beings

since the dawn of civilization. Music is written and

performed for a variety of purposes, including human

pleasure, religious or ceremonial functions, or as

entertainment products for sale in the marketplace.

Music greatly affects our personal moods. Music can calm

and revitalize us in a variety of ways. It can elevate our

moods above our personal fears and doubts and even

reduce stress and pain levels.

Try listening to a classical music score for a sense of power.

Soft, soothing music can help you unwind. And listen to

medium-fast to fast music for exercising and house

cleaning. Putting additional music in your life can be a

powerfully enriching tool.

As with everything created by humans, there is an elemental

basis for the composition of music. The basic essence of

music lies with its harmony, rhythm, melody and dynamics.

Harmony is the relation of notes to notes as they are play

simultaneously. Rhythm, by the most simple definition, is

musical time. Melody is a musical line of single tones or

pitches, heard by the listener as a single unity. Dynamics

provide the emotion behind the musical thought. Dynamics

tell the performer when to play a piece softly or when to play

loudly--music ranges from a mere whisper to the fullest of

sound.

Just as there are a multitude of definitions for the term "music",

likewise there are many divisions and groupings of music,

many of which are caught up in the argument over the precise

definition of music. Among the larger theme areas are classical

music, popular or commercial music (including rock and roll),

country music and folk music. Some genres such as

bebop-era jazz, rap, punk rock and electronic music are often

discounted as "real music" by member music lovers.

As world cultures have grown closer, their particular musical

styles and instruments have often merged. For example,

U.S.-American bluegrass music contains elements from

Anglo-Irish, Scottish, German and some African-American

instrumental and vocal traditions. American music is truly

product of the multi-ethnic "melting pot" society.

Whatever style of music you prefer, take the time regularly to

enjoy your special musical composition. Music is good for your

soul!

Article written by Larry Denton.

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