JOURNAL ARTICLE

Mozart's sonata K.448 as a paradigm in cognitive neuroscience: evidence and hegemony.

  • Published In: Psychology & Psychiatry Journal, 2025. P. 2434 1 of 2

  • Database: Psychology Source 2 of 2

Abstract

The article focuses on a critical review of research linking music, specifically Mozart's sonata for two pianos in D major, K.448, to cognition and brain function. It synthesizes findings from three decades of studies across human, clinical, and animal research, examining effects on attention, working memory, and neural responses. The review highlights the heterogeneous nature of results, influenced by factors such as arousal and listening context, and discusses limitations in current research methodologies. The authors propose a checklist for improving study designs and emphasize the importance of clear reporting and boundary conditions in future research on music's cognitive effects. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Psychology & Psychiatry Journal. 2025/09, p2434
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Music
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:1944-2718
  • Accession Number:187609071
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