by Jo-Michael Scheibe | Jan 16, 2018 | Jo-Michael Scheibe
According to a new study published in Current Biology, dance songs and lullabies from around the globe can be identified by most. Could people guess what songs are for used for dance or soothing a child by their sound alone, without any knowledge about their cultural...
by Jo-Michael Scheibe | Dec 10, 2017 | Jo-Michael Scheibe
Every rhythmic sound can perform wonderfully in our lives. Whether we’re watching a film, attending a performance, or nodding to a charming rendition of a summertime favorite, music can transport, transform, uplift, and empower listeners. Since early human history,...
by Jo-Michael Scheibe | Nov 12, 2017 | Jo-Michael Scheibe
“Jingle All The Way” and similar songs can spark a reaction in the hearts and minds of many. Unfortunately, that’s not always a good thing, according to recent studies. Every year, at the same time of year, supermarkets begin to flood its aisles with...
by Jo-Michael Scheibe | Sep 12, 2017 | Jo-Michael Scheibe
The creatively-minded are considered to be free-spirits or daydreamers, which purportedly sets them apart from pencil pushers and those interested in the sciences. However, did you know that there’s scientific evidence suggesting that anyone can be creative? More than...
by Jo-Michael Scheibe | Jul 14, 2017 | Jo-Michael Scheibe
Are you left-brained or right-brained? What if I told you the “right/left brain” theory might be bogus? According to research published by Duke University during February of the year, creative people have better-connected brains. In fact, this report states,...
by Jo-Michael Scheibe | May 26, 2017 | Jo-Michael Scheibe
History is notorious for recognizing male achievements throughout the ages, leaving countless women and their invaluable contributions unrecognized. This is especially true in music, as many female composers’ careers were stifled by their male counterparts, who held...
by Jo-Michael Scheibe | May 24, 2017 | Jo-Michael Scheibe
Music is an integral part of our everyday lives. It acts as a supplement to events both important and mundane — from governmental ceremonies to formal banquets to birthday parties or long road trips. Given the weight the global society puts into music, it should...
by Jo-Michael Scheibe | Feb 9, 2017 | Jo-Michael Scheibe
“This is a simple and beautifully written arrangement of Pure Imagination. The piano is charming and inventive, and the effect of the whole piece is magical and moving.” says Chris Machado, Provo, UT – Cantorum Early Music Chamber Choir Here,...
by Jo-Michael Scheibe | Jan 9, 2017 | Jo-Michael Scheibe
How Does The Larynx Produce Sound? The larynx is located in the neck and performs several important functions in the body. Also known as the voice box, this mechanism sits at the top of the trachea (the windpipe). The trachea is a tube made of cartilage that allows...
by Jo-Michael Scheibe | Dec 8, 2016 | Jo-Michael Scheibe
“I hate pop music,” is a frequent lament heard across college campuses, especially as adolescents embark on new music journey explorations that lead them to new obscure and international favorites. But complaints lambasting pop music’s sameness, such...
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