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Based on a controlled research study among breast cancer survivors, females who listened to music for 8 weeks not only improved cognitive function and mood, but also felt less stressed and fatigued - an effect that was not seen among survivors who simply practiced meditation. This identifies a feasible, cost-effective, and critical intervention for improving cognitive systems among this highly prevalent population. Learn more by checking out...

Did you know that higher levels of music engagement (number of courses) was related to higher exam scores on all subjects? —APA PsycNet Research has proven that highly engaged instrumental music students were, on average, academically over 1 year ahead of their peers in grades 7-12. Learn more by checking out the MIRC! ...

Power of Music - Episode 7 is Available for Streaming Now! This special Power of Music Series titled 'Music & Mental Wellness' is an important discussion on music's role in addressing depression and suicide prevention, and its impact on mental health as a unique emotional connector and therapy for depression, anxiety, trauma and more. https://youtu.be/eopxBfnL5CQ ...

Check out this amazing drumming performance from our WAAMily students at the Education Through Music 2023 gala last week. Featuring over 80 students from partner schools all over NYC, it was an inspiring and crucial reminder about the critical importance of music education. WAAM is proud to support Education Through Music and the profound impact high quality music education can have both inside and outside the classroom. ...

WAAM is growing! We are seeking candidates to join the Board of Trustees and support our mission to improve lives and strengthen communities by leveraging the profound impact of music. We are interested in engaging with diverse individuals with skills spanning across a variety of areas, including:- Experts in Education- Mental and Behavioral Health Professionals- Legal or Governance Expertise- Donor Development and Relationship Management Visit this link to...

Did you know? Music can trigger strong memories from the past as well as prove strong emotion from those earlier experiences.  Music reduces the stress hormone cortisol and increases the secretion of oxytocin, thereby positively impacting  childbirth, as well as infant-parental bonding, trust and romantic attachment. Playing music or singing along impacts procedural memory, which is the unconscious ability to remember a behavior without explicitly thinking about it.   Find more...

WAAM is proud to fund and support music programs making a tangible difference in children’s lives. Here are a few of the notable achievements from our grantees! - 85% of students report enhanced self-confidence, teamwork, creativity, and leadership skills (Jazz House Kids)- 70% improvement in self-expression (Music Will)- 76% of students report improvement in key areas of Social Emotional Learning (Rock to the Future) ...

Did you know that, according to a Johns Hopkins University study, learning to play guitar has been clinically proven to lessen motor symptoms in Parkinson’s patients, improving their cognitive ability and emotional well-being? Learn more by checking out the MIRC! ...