818-386-8850

31368 Via Colinas #102

Westlake Village, CA 91362

Free Trial Lesson

818-386-8850

music@123rock.net

31368 Via Colinas #102

Westlake Village, CA 91362

Free Trial Lesson

music science

September 22, 2021Music News and Articles music article, music science, musical, musical explanations, relax, relaxation, soothing, soothing music by admin

Music’s Ability to Reduce Fear and Anxiety

Music is a powerful thing. When we feel anxious or fearful, music can help bring about a sense of calmness and relaxation. Music’s ability to reduce anxiety and fear can be a helpful tool in our everyday lives. Here, we’ll learn how! — September 22nd, 2021 There are many ways in which we can harness the soothing power of music. For example, consider the soothing effects of the music played in a spa or a restorative yoga class. In those […]

September 9, 2021Music News and Articles, Uncategorized feelings, moods, music, music article, music research, music science, music study, musical explanations, psychology, research, science of music, scientific study by admin

Why Does Music Make Us Feel Things?

It is no secret that music has the power to make us feel. Whether it is laughing, cry, reminiscing, or even relaxing, since we can remember, music has evoked emotions. And the same applies to moods! Music has been known to affect mood — joy, annoyance, and everything in between. However, the question is not “if,” but “why” music makes us feel. Thankfully, a lot has been said about this topic, so keep on reading! — September 9th, 2021 Music enthusiasts, scientists, […]

May 28, 2021Music News and Articles music, music articles, music learning, music science, musical explanations by admin

Listening to Music Helps Your Baby Talk Sooner

Auditory stimulation and language development are closely related. Hearing is a window that enables you to stimulate your baby’s speech development in many ways. Listening to music is one of them. The same goes for encouraging children to learn to identify sounds, sing songs, and participate in activities. — May 28th, 2021 Many scientific studies indicate that music undeniably stimulates children positively. One study, in particular, conducted by the department of psychology at the University of Wisconsin (USA), concluded that […]

April 20, 2021Music News and Articles cool fact, cool music facts, food and music, music, music article, music learning, music science by admin

The Connection Between Food & Music

The connection between music and food has been studied from many angles. Multiple factors influence the way we eat! There are internal factors such as our mood or hormones, and then there are external factors. It turns out that music is one of the most prominent external factors that influence the way we eat! — April 20th, 2021 There is no doubt that music makes us eat differently. Several studies have shown that listening to music while eating is likely […]

March 5, 2021Music News and Articles music, music re, music science, music study, musical explanations, science and music, scientific research by admin

Benefits of Listening to Music

As we mentioned before, listening to music benefits us individually and collectively. And today, we want to share what research tells us about the power of music to improve our physical, mental, and emotional health. Do you want to find out more? Keep on reading! — March 5th, 2021 In 2009, archaeologists excavating a cave in southern Germany uncovered a flute carved from a vulture’s wing bone. The delicate artifact is the oldest known musical instrument on earth — indicating […]

December 16, 2020Music News, Music News and Articles adhd, adhdmusic, autism, music, music science, music study by admin

Sound Medicine for ADHD

Music therapy builds better focus, self-control, and social skills in people with ADHD. Plus, it comes with a long list of therapeutical benefits. — December 16th, 2020 Music therapy helps victims of severe brain trauma, children on the autism spectrum, and seniors with Alzheimer’s disease. For children with attention deficit disorder (ADHD or ADD), music therapy bolsters attention and focus, reduces hyperactivity, and strengthens social skills. How does it work? Music is rhythm, rhythm is structure, and structure is soothing […]

July 23, 2020Music News and Articles music research, music science, musical explanations, science, science and music, science study, scientific research, study by admin

Music: Medicine for Your Heart

The American College of Cardiology recently conducted a study with patients who suffered from post-infarction angina, and the results were fascinating! — July 23rd, 2020 Nearly 700,000 people survive a heart attack in the U.S. each year, and it is estimated that roughly 1 in 9 heart attack survivors experience subsequent episodes of chest pain and anxiety within the first 48 hours. But, thanks to a recent study conducted by the American College of Cardiology, we now know music can […]

June 24, 2020Music Education, Music News, Music News and Articles coping with stress, music, music and stress, music science, music study, relieving stress, science and music, scientific research, stress by admin

13 Ways Music Helps Reduce Stress

Stress has become an epidemic in our modern-day world. Stress is also extremely harmful to our bodies and minds and regularly leads to severe conditions, such as anxiety and depression. But, music can help us cope with high levels of stress, helping you become a happier version of yourself. — June 24th, 2020 Below some ways in which you can incorporate music to your day to relieve stress: • Music & Meditation Meditation is well known for being one of […]

June 19, 2020Music News and Articles music, music and stress, music article, music science, science, science study, scientific research, sleep aids, sleeping by admin

Can Music Help U Sleep?

Most of us have snoozed to music before. But, could it be true that some tunes can help you fall asleep or help you sleep better? — June 19th, 2020 Michael Breus, Ph.D., sleep expert and author, explains that there is data that suggests that music can help people fall asleep. More so, the music-sleep connection has been supported in studies all over the world. As a result, music has shown to help people with chronic sleep problems, schizophrenia, and […]

October 29, 2019Music Education learning music, learning piano, music, music explanations, music learning, music research, music science by admin

Learning to Read Music

Many music students struggle with music reading. Even after months of practicing, few children are able to sight-read music in the same way they read a book. But, new research shows, that reading music, and ‘regular’ reading are not that far apart! October 29th, 2019 Katarzyna Julia Leikvoll, defended her PhD thesis in Literacy Studies at the University of Stavanger by conducting research on the differences in how students learn to read text and music. Leikvoll examined how beginner piano […]

September 30, 2019Music News, Music News and Articles interesting music article, music, music article, music learning, music science, music study, musical explanations by admin

Loud Music In Restaurants Leads to Unhealthy Habits

Enjoying a meal while listening to a melodious track, can be a wonderful experience. However, jamming to loud music can result in unhealthy eating choices — and it could potentially affect our waistlines. September 30th, 2019 In a recent study conducted by Dipayan Biswas, PhD, marketing professor at the University of South Florida’s Muma College of Business, researchers found that diners made very different food choices based on the music they could hear. Volume is proven to impact heart rate and […]

August 28, 2019Music News, Music News and Articles health, health article, music, music article, music learning, music science, music study, musical explanations by admin

How Music Can Help You Heal

We know music has plenty of benefits such as helping us concentrate or allowing us to remember things faster. However, up until recent years, we did not know that music can actually help us heal. Recent studies found that music therapy can calm anxiety, ease pain, and provide a pleasant diversion during chemotherapy or a hospital stay. August 28th, 2019 It’s almost impossible to find someone who doesn’t feel a strong connection to music. Even if you can’t carry a […]

April 16, 2019Uncategorized medical research, music, music learning, music research, music science, musical, musical explanations, research by admin

The Power of Music To Reduce Stress

Today we are “celebrating” Stress Awareness Day – and what better way to honor this day than by talking about the soothing power of music. April 16th, 2019 Listening to music can have a tremendously relaxing effect on our minds and bodies, especially slow, quiet classical music. This type of music can have a beneficial impact on our physiological functions, slowing the pulse and heart rate, lowering blood pressure, and decreasing the levels of stress hormones. Music, in short, can […]

Research shows tunes can make your workout easier. Here’s how to take full advantage. — November 13th, 2018 As humans, we are hardwired to respond to rhythm. If you’ve ever reflexively tapped your toes, drummed your fingers, or bob your head to a catchy tune, you know this to be true. “It’s a very inherent thing,” says Jasmin Hutchinson, Ph.D., who’s an associate professor of exercise science and sports studies and the director for sport and exercise psychology at Springfield […]

October 17, 2018Music News and Articles article, depression, interesting music article, music article, music facts, music research, music science, music study, psychology, science by admin

Music Therapy for Depression

We know music can affect our mood for better or for worse. But how? Read more to find out! — October 17th, 2018 New evidence published in the British Journal of Psychiatry suggests that music therapy can improve the mental health of people with depression. A group of scientists: Anna Maratos, Mike J. Crawford, and Simon Procter examined possible mechanisms of action of this complex intervention and suggest that music therapy partly is effective because active music-making within the therapeutic frame offers the patient […]

12 3

I love how Marcos lets me learn so many songs, not just one!

I love how Marcos lets me learn so many songs, not just one! I like how he gives me compliments.…

Julia, age 8

2016-10-06T01:13:27-07:00

Julia, age 8

I love how Marcos lets me learn so many songs, not just one! I like how he gives me compliments. It’s really fun when Marcos does the bass clef with the left hand and I get to make up my own song that goes with it for a warm up. It’s fun because I get to make up my own songs. I love the sound of the piano!

https://www.123rock.net/testimonials/marcos-learn-songs/

I really like that we get to pick what songs we want to learn in Marcos’s guitar class

I really like that we get to pick what songs we want to learn in Marcos’s guitar class. I also…

Mikey, age 12

2016-10-06T01:19:06-07:00

Mikey, age 12

I really like that we get to pick what songs we want to learn in Marcos’s guitar class. I also love that he is compassionate and lets us progress at our own pace. Marcos knows EVERYTHING about instruments, and I’m glad he can share some of it with me. I’m glad that I get to learn how to read, write, and play music for the guitar. It is a lot of fun when Marcos and I play the guitar together!

https://www.123rock.net/testimonials/really-marcoss-guitar/

I highly recommend 123 Rock to anyone looking for a music teacher!

Both of my children love their music lessons with Marcos. They look forward to their music lessons each week and…

- Angie, parent

2016-10-06T01:20:25-07:00

- Angie, parent

Both of my children love their music lessons with Marcos. They look forward to their music lessons each week and come home eager to practice their new pieces. I especially love that he teaches them to compose their own pieces and inspires their musical creativity. Marcos is always positive and encouraging with my children, and he has a knack for bringing out their best. I highly recommend 123 Rock to anyone looking for a music teacher!

https://www.123rock.net/testimonials/recommend-looking-teacher/

123 Rock studio is an inspiring place to make music

Marcos Moscat is a talented musician and instructor. His approach to teaching is kind and respectful. He encourages his students…

Nancy-Jean Pement, parent

2016-10-06T01:21:23-07:00

Nancy-Jean Pement, parent

Marcos Moscat is a talented musician and instructor. His approach to teaching is kind and respectful. He encourages his students to study music that appeals to them. By attending to the interests of each student, Marcos is a master at nurturing student engagement. Our son, Jackson, has been taking lessons for over two years. Jackson is proud of his accomplishments at the piano and he enjoys the time he spends with his teacher. Both Marcos and Isabel are warm and […]

https://www.123rock.net/testimonials/studio-inspiring-place/

music science

Music’s Ability to Reduce Fear and Anxiety

Why Does Music Make Us Feel Things?

Listening to Music Helps Your Baby Talk Sooner

The Connection Between Food & Music

Benefits of Listening to Music

Sound Medicine for ADHD

Music: Medicine for Your Heart

13 Ways Music Helps Reduce Stress

Can Music Help U Sleep?

Learning to Read Music

Loud Music In Restaurants Leads to Unhealthy Habits

How Music Can Help You Heal

The Power of Music To Reduce Stress

How Much Does Music Help You During a Run?

Music Therapy for Depression

From The Blog

From Twitter

I love how Marcos lets me learn so many songs, not just one!

I really like that we get to pick what songs we want to learn in Marcos’s guitar class

I highly recommend 123 Rock to anyone looking for a music teacher!

123 Rock studio is an inspiring place to make music

Contact

Get Social With Us