Dr Michael Bonshor, a music psychology professor at the University of Sheffield, has analysed dozens of children's classics to find the perfect formula that would please children's ears
The formula for the perfect children's song has been unveiled, and it shares the same beats per minute and chord structure as songs by Queen and Beyonce. Dr. Michael Bonshor, a music psychology professor at the University of Sheffield, analysed numerous children's classics to discover the ideal formula that would appeal to young ears.
"There is often a lot of repetition in the lyrics and melody, which is usually in a bright, major key, is pitched relatively high, and uses a fairly small range of notes." A study of 500 parents, with children aged 0-5, revealed that 8 out of 10 parents said their child wouldn't go a day without listening to music, while 54 per cent appreciate that it doesn't necessarily involve screen time.
Dr Bonshor has collaborated with toy manufacturers, Fisher-Price, who commissioned the study, to celebrate the launch of its new Link Squad collection. Bonshor comments: "Many parents use music to engage with their children, most often singing to them, playing songs, or moving to music." Approximately three out of 10 have children who enjoy songs that incorporate some physical actions and nearly a quarter prefer a song that has a clearly defined story, like Humpty Dumpty sitting on a wall.
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