Procedure steps:
1. Gather a group of participants and measure their resting heart rate.
2. Have participants listen to different types of music (e.g., classical, rock, pop, hip-hop, etc.) for a set amount of time (e.g., 5 minutes).
3. Measure participants' heart rates again immediately after listening to each type of music.
4. Compare the participants' heart rates before and after listening to each type of music.
5. Repeat steps 2-4 with different groups of participants and different types of music.
Expected results:
The expected results are that different types of music will have different effects on heart rate. For example, it is expected that classical music will lower heart rate, while rock music will increase heart rate. However, the actual results may vary depending on the participants and the types of music used.
Discussion:
The results of this study can help us understand the effects of music on the heart. This information can be used to develop music interventions for a variety of purposes, such as reducing stress, improving sleep, and enhancing athletic performance.
In addition to the factors mentioned above, other variables that could influence the effects of music on heart rate include the volume of the music, the listener's mood, and the listener's expectations. Future studies should investigate these and other factors in order to gain a more complete understanding of the effects of music on the heart.