During the 1970's Dr George Lozanov of Bulgaria conducted some experiments to determine the effect of music in the learning process. His research shows that listening to Baroque music in the largo format from composers such as Bach, Handel, Vivaldi, Telemann and Corelli enables people to learn substantially faster. Baroque refers to the period in time from 1600 to 1750. Largo format in music means music with 60 beats per minute. One of the best CD's on the market that I use for my students is 'Pachelbel Canon and other Baroque favourites'. The music should be played softly in the background while you are studying.
Research also suggests that listening to Mozart in the allegro (120 beats per minute) format for 30 minutes before taking a test helps students to think faster and accurately and hence attain higher scores. I use the CD's 'Mozart makes you smarter' volumes I, II and III. A great book to read on the subject is 'The Mozrt Effect for Children' by Don Campbell.
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