The type of music being played in the background will affect the temporary disposition of the participants.

Music and moods

Music has been around for ages and is not limited to any culture or nation. It has been called an international language as one does not have to speak the language in order to appreciate a culture’s music. All cultures, religions and nations have some form of native song, music or instrument that is part of their tradition.

The reason music is popular in all cultures is because of the soothing effect it has on people. Listening to soft music and enjoying it can help to alter a person’s mood and bring a certain contentment, joy and happiness in them. This can be very useful in helping to lift our spirits at times when we are feeling down, disappointed or depressed.

Music can help in reducing stress by helping our muscles to relax, while reducing our breathing rate. It also stimulates the production of the hormone serotonin that makes us feel happy and improves our mood. Music is also able to elevate our moods by altering our brain waves. Fast, motivational music can be useful in getting our adrenalin pumped so that we will be motivated during exercise or work.

The hypothesis that the type of music will affect the temporary disposition of school students, has been proven to be true.

Music can help calm a person, reduce stress, making them happier and more motivated. However, for this to happen, the person listening to the music must enjoy the music. If the listener does not like the music being played, the effect on the listener mayinstead of negative.
 

The science fair project may be repeated to find out the effects of specific genres of music on mood, such as classical, jazz or country music.

The experiment can also be done to compare the effects of music on different genders and age groups.