Arguably the most famous of Saint-Saëns’ The Carnival of the Animals is No. 13 ‘The Swan’. Scored for two pianos and a solo cello, its calming melody represents the bird’s effortless gliding, while ...

More than two decades after Don Campbell published The Mozart Effect, debate continues over whether listening to classical music can raise your IQ. Most studies into whether quiet music for kids – or, ...

Whether you're dealing with a temper tantrum, trying to lull a baby to sleep, or want a relaxing afternoon for yourself, a good playlist can help just about anyone chill out. The right mix of lyrics ...

Tech has taken over and Gen Alpha is engaging with screens (and social media) more than ever before. The negative effects of unmitigated screen time are well-documented and there’s a lot of content ...

Christmas eve is exciting for kids. These Christmas TV shows and specials help calm the mood so visions of sugarplums dance ...

In today's fast-paced world, children often struggle to unwind due to digital stimulation and academic pressures. Establishing a calming evening routine is crucial for promoting relaxation and ...

Every parent knows the challenge of helping children manage big emotions, but finding effective calming tools for kids that don’t break the bank can feel like searching for a unicorn! If you’ve ever ...

From an evolutionary standpoint, we’re still not sure whether our brains evolved specifically to process music, or music happened to make use of neural pathways that had developed for other reasons.