Music & Communication
What part of the brain produces speech and is also used when singing?
What is Broca’s area
What part of the brain is responsible for memory and activated by music?
What is the hippocampus
What part of the brain is responsible for emotions and is activated by music?
What is the limbic system
Finish the lyric: “Hey Jude, don’t make it____ / Take a sad song, and make it better”
*Bonus point: Name the artist
What is bad
Who are the Beatles
Born in 1949, this artist became an icon in the 1980s with hits like “Purple Rain” and “When Doves Cry.” Who is he?
Who is Prince
Which hemisphere of the brain mainly processes melody and emotion in music?
What is right hemisphere
Name one type of memory that is strengthened by listening to familiar songs.
What is short-term, autobiographical, or episodic memory
What neurotransmitter is released when listening to music you enjoy and helps with motivation?
What is dopamine, serotonin
“Take it easy, don’t let the sound of your own wheels drive you ____”
*Bonus point: name the artist
What is crazy
Who are the Eagles
Which band had hits with "Sweet Child o' Mine" and "November Rain"?
Who is Guns N' Roses
In music and in communication, what does tone represent?
What is emotional meaning and intent
How does repetition in songs help memory?
It helps store information and makes recall easier
What kind of music might help you when you feel stressed or overwhelmed?
*Bonus point: identify a song
What is calm, slow music
“Every breath you take, every move you ____ / Every bond you break, every step you take I'll be watching you”
*Bonus point: name the artist
What is make
Who are the Police
Who was the first woman ever inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame with songs "Respect", "Chain of Fools", and "A Natural Woman"?
Who is Aretha Franklin
The repetition of lyrics in songs can help with what communication and language skill?
What is word retrieval/recall
What is one way music supports autobiographical or episodic memory?
It triggers personal memories, connects emotion to events, and helps recall life experiences
You feel tired before starting a task. What type of music could you listen to increase energy and alertness?
*Bonus point: identify a song
What is upbeat music
"Is this the real life? Is this just ______?"
*Bonus point: name the artist
What is fantasy
Who is Queen
What Jimi Hendrix song was his only Top 40 hit, featured on his "Electric Ladyland" album?
What is "All Along the Watchtower"
What is one way that music can support your communication skills?
Initiate speech, starting conversations, pacing, word retrieval, or increased confidence
You notice you often forget names of people you meet. How could music or song help support this memory challenge?
Associate people’s names with songs, create a mnemonic song, or use music as a recall cue during introductions
Give one example of how you could use music this week to manage your mood during a difficult or stressful situation.
Calming playlist for anxiety, upbeat music for motivation, or music for relaxation before bed.
"Isn't she lovely? Isn't she ______."
*Bonus point: name the artist
What is wonderful
Who is Stevie Wonder
What legendary pop group got their name from "Brothers Gibb" and had songs titled "More Than a Woman" and "Stayin' Alive"?
Who are the Bee Gees