Some people say that music is a good way of bringing people of different cultures and ages together. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion
It is often argued that
music
plays a significant role to cut the long distance between various types of civilizations and generations. Although
there are different ways to overcome the diversity between cultures, I think music
and more broadly, the arts, have the power and ability to stir the senses, bring people together, trigger the emotions and transcend the boundaries of hearts and minds.
Undoubtedly, music
is the universal language with an appeal that transcends language, cultural or religious boundaries. The notes played by a musician fall on the ears the same way whether you are American, African or Mexican. Engaging in musical activities with people of another culture or country can increase cultural understanding and tolerance. It is the ability to build bridges to other cultures and societies that makes music
such
a valuable educational and cultural tool. That is
why, for instance
, in a series of ingenious studies, researchers found that “musical reactivity is causally related to…
basic social motivations” and that “reactivity to Accept space
…
music
is related to markers of successful group living.” In other words
, music
makes us affiliate with groups.
In addition
, music
provides a source of inspiration for all human being no
matter their background, culture, nationality, age or language. All of these aspects show our education system, as Suggestion
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music
has always been viewed as a powerful tool in breaking barriers and promoting cross-cultural appreciation. That is
why, such
as there is a long and strong history of the U.S. State Department using
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uses
is using
music
as a vehicle to promote cultural understanding.
To sum up, all of this
evidence helps confirm music
’s place in developing our social relationships. This
suggests that, if we want to have a more harmonious society, we would do well to continue to include music
in our—and our children’s—lives.
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