Music is a vibrant tapestry woven from sound, painting colors onto any moment of a student’s life. The powerful sounds not only bring people peace but also bring people together, creating community at school.
Students at Lakeland High School have an incredible range of music tastes, from country to rap and many more, often shared through friends and close friend groups.
Students listen to music when they need to focus or do work, with calming tones and curated beats stimulating the brain to improve cognitive function. Whether it is calming acoustic tunes before a big test or energetic music for school spirit, these sounds are proven to reduce stress.
Approaching the end of the year, tension is high with upcoming finals and grade deadlines.
Students are overwhelmed and might not know how to deal with stress. It’s important for students to find a way to release stress, and for many it’s with music.
“When I’m stressed, I listen to calming music; it helps calm my nerves.” Mia Brown said.
The ability for students to have music on hand is a powerful tool for the mind, acting as both a calming force for anxiety and an enhancer for focus, memory, and creative flow.