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Information and links to other websites that are actively discussing and researching this phenomenom.

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"Beethoven and a Barcalounger" - LA Times article about changing trends in the understanding and use of classical music

The effect of music listening on work performance

Music listening practices in workplace settings - a survey

Independent research on the effects of background music on behavior and academic performance of children with emotional problems

Music, The Brain, And Ecstasy : How Music Captures Our Imagination - Terrific book by Robert Jourdain for those who want to develop a deeper insight as to how music affects us all

Pilot study of music interventions and group participation skills of preschoolers with visual impairments

Research finds benefits from music

Independent study into psychological effects of music

Music Theory paper, “Music and the Quality of Life”

Online magazine article on study of music and insomnia

Am. Soc. of Training and Development article on benefits of music

Short article on music and marketing from a company providing music for the retail sector

Web site through which a licensed therapist explores the power and use of music

Web site article on value of music

Book review: Orchestrating Collaboration At Work: Using Music, Improv, Storytelling, and Other Arts to Improve Teamwork