Classical music can give you more health benefits than you think


  • Health
  • Friday, 27 Mar 2015

Classical music could activate all the right genes, boosting your mood and preventing brain-ageing, according to recent research. Photo: AFP

A new study reveals that listening to classical music enhances mood, sharpens memory and enhances learning.

Listening to classical music kicks your genes into action, spurring the onset of several physiological processes in the body that can boost your mood and enhance your memory, according to Finnish researchers.

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