シャドーイング練習: 4 Minutes English Listening Podcast | Level B2 | Why Do We Love Music? - 動画で英語スピーキングを学ぶ
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Hello and welcome to the English Listening Podcast.
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Have you ever wondered why a song can make you cry, dance or feel nostalgic?
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Music is more than just sound, it has a powerful effect on our brains and emotions.
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But why do humans love music so much?
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Today we will explore the science behind our deep connection to music.
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Scientists believe that music affects our brains in many ways.
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When we listen to music, our brain releases a chemical called dopamine.
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This is the same chemical that makes us feel happy when we eat our favourite food or spend time with loved ones.
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That is why a good song can instantly lift our mood.
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But music is not just about pleasure, it also helps us remember things.
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Have you ever heard a song from your childhood and suddenly remembered a forgotten memory?
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That happens because music activates parts of the brain linked to memory and emotions.
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Music is also deeply connected to movement.
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When we hear a beat, our bodies naturally want to move.
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That is why people all over the world dance to music.
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Scientists have found that our brains have special connections between the areas that process sound and the areas that control movement.
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This explains why even babies start bouncing to music before they can talk.
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Have you ever felt connected to someone just by listening to the same song?
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Music has the power to bring people together.
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In ancient times, humans used music to communicate and bond in groups.
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Even today, music is an important part of celebrations, from weddings to sports events.
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When we sing or play music with others, our brains release oxytocin, a chemical that helps us feel trust and connection.
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This is why singing in a choir or going to a concert feels so special.
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Music is also important for learning.
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Many students use background music to help them focus while studying.
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Some types of music, like classical music, can even improve concentration.
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This is known as the Mozart effect, although scientists debate how strong this effect is.
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But one thing is clear.
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Music makes learning more enjoyable and helps us remember information better.
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Music is a universal language.
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It does not matter where you are from or what language you speak.
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Everyone understands the emotions in music.
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A sad song sounds sad even if you do not understand the lyrics.
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That is because our brains react to the way music is structured.
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Minor chords often sound sad while major chords sound happy.
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Fast beats create excitement, while slow melodies feel calming.
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So, what does the future of music look like?
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AI is now being used to create songs, and scientists are studying how music can be used as medicine.
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Some researchers are even developing music therapy for people with memory loss or anxiety.
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One thing is certain, music will always be a part of human life because it speaks to something deep inside us.
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Thank you for listening to today's episode of the English Listening Podcast.
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Music is more than entertainment.
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It is science, emotion and connection all in one.
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Keep enjoying your favourite songs and see you next time.
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