rhythm Archives

Expressing Moods via Music – By Rupashika Ranathunga. Music is a medium that contains a mixture of musical notes, tune and tone. It is used to express the moods in the human mind. It so happens when the mind that is connected to tone and rhythm releases feelings. By listening to different types of music, different feelings occur. The mind that is stimulated because of the harmony of musical notes creates numerous feelings. The voice is useful in creating these feelings in one’s mind. In fact, voice is a very powerful tool. For example, more than something that is being told in a softspoken manner, something mentioned in a strong voice will always be remembered better. Accordingly, when a song is sung, the strength of the singer’s voice matters a lot, and he/she should also have an emotional voice for the meaning of the song to reach the listener. ...

Music as a Therapy – By Sangeeth Nipun Shaasthrapathi Rupashika Ranatunga A newborn baby steps into this world hearing his/her mother’s song of love and compassion; a song that blooms out of pure motherly love that soothes and cradles the child. On the other hand, a child communicates his/her numerous needs and wants through sounds while the movements of a human being take place according to sound and rhythm both. Further, the existence of life, circulation of blood and many other related actions occur rhythmically. Music is created when sound and rhythm are amalgamated. From ancient times, people have believed that music, which is considered a global language, amazingly contains life. Over the years, many a psychologist has proved through research that music therapy could be utilized in curing psychological as well as physical ailments. Ancient Indians believed that one could attract cosmic powers through music while history speaks of ...