Can music help kids (and adults) read? Discover the powerful connection between music and literacy as Dr. Anita Collins unpacks the neuroscience behind how rhythm, sound, and musical training strengthen reading skills and language development. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode221 Connect with us: Newsletter: https://mpetersonmusic.com/subscribe Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EnhanceLifeMusic/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enhancelifemusic/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mpetersonpiano/ X: https://twitter.com/musicenhances Sponsorship information: https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/sponsor Leave us a review on Podchaser.com! https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/enhance-life-with-music-909096 In-episode promo: Living Well with Dr. Michelle (https://livingwellwithdrmichelle.com/musicenhances) or use Coupon Code musicenhances10 for 10% off. (Or buy on Amazon https://amzn.to/4iaYE1e.)
Struggling to fit music lessons into a packed schedule? In this episode, I share a creative scheduling solution that makes time for music, and why prioritizing this life-enhancing experience is always worth it. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/micro46 Connect with us: Newsletter: https://mpetersonmusic.com/subscribe Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EnhanceLifeMusic/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enhancelifemusic/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mpetersonpiano/ X: https://twitter.com/musicenhances Sponsorship information: https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/sponsor Leave us a review on Podchaser.com! https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/enhance-life-with-music-909096
Why do many song lyrics make absolutely zero sense?! This has baffled me for years, and today I bring back songwriting expert Mike Errico to finally solve this personal mystery. Are musicians being deep, poetic – or is there something else behind seemingly nonsensical lyrics? Get ready to finally understand the strange genius behind songs that make no literal sense! Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode220 Connect with us: Newsletter: https://mpetersonmusic.com/subscribe Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EnhanceLifeMusic/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enhancelifemusic/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mpetersonpiano/ X: https://twitter.com/musicenhances Sponsorship information: https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/sponsor Leave us a review on Podchaser.com! https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/enhance-life-with-music-909096 In-episode promo: Sheet Music Direct https://www.sheetmusicdirect.com
Creativity isn't just for artists – it's a skill anyone can develop. In this episode, we explore Rick Rubin's The Creative Act and reveal how The Beatles' approach to inspiration can help you nurture creativity in everyday life. Learn how to cultivate flow, spark inspiration, and make creativity a way of being, not just doing. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/micro45 Connect with us: Newsletter: https://mpetersonmusic.com/subscribe Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EnhanceLifeMusic/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enhancelifemusic/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mpetersonpiano/ X: https://twitter.com/musicenhances Sponsorship information: https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/sponsor Leave us a review on Podchaser.com! https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/enhance-life-with-music-909096 In-episode promo: JAMBAR https://jambar.com/ Sheet Music Direct https://www.sheetmusicdirect.com Sonix http://sonix.ai/invite/enhancelife100 Songtrust https://www.songtrust.com/ (use code ENHANCELIFE20 for 20% off) Living Well with Dr. Michelle or use Coupon Code musicenhances10 for 10% off. (Or buy on Amazon.)
Discover how orchestras are stepping into the health and wellness space in powerful ways, building programs that reduce stress, combat loneliness, and support resilience. A new Catalyst Guide from the League of American Orchestras shines a spotlight on this movement. Explore what it means for you, your community, and the future of music. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode219 Connect with us: Newsletter: https://mpetersonmusic.com/subscribe Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EnhanceLifeMusic/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enhancelifemusic/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mpetersonpiano/ X: https://twitter.com/musicenhances Sponsorship information: https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/sponsor Leave us a review on Podchaser.com! https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/enhance-life-with-music-909096 In-episode promo: Living Well with Dr. Michelle or use Coupon Code musicenhances10 for 10% off. (Or buy on Amazon.)
Ever wonder which podcast episodes leave the biggest mark – and why? In this micro episode, I reveal the conversations that changed me, the listener question that inspired it, and how music can transform your life, too. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/micro44 Connect with us: Newsletter: https://mpetersonmusic.com/subscribe Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EnhanceLifeMusic/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enhancelifemusic/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mpetersonpiano/ X: https://twitter.com/musicenhances Sponsorship information: https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/sponsor Leave us a review on Podchaser.com! https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/enhance-life-with-music-909096
What happens when one concert flips the trajectory of a life? Author Anne Abel lived with severe depression since her teens – when, at age 60, a Bruce Springsteen concert had an effect that extensive therapies had failed to accomplish. In this moving conversation, Anne shares how that night sparked a journey from despair to hope, inspiring her memoir High Hopes and proving it's never too late to rediscover life. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode218 Connect with us: Newsletter: https://mpetersonmusic.com/subscribe Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EnhanceLifeMusic/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enhancelifemusic/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mpetersonpiano/ X: https://twitter.com/musicenhances Sponsorship information: https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/sponsor Leave us a review on Podchaser.com! https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/enhance-life-with-music-909096 In-episode promo: Sheet Music Direct https://www.sheetmusicdirect.com
The Fall ("other New Year") season is the perfect time to reset and reframe. Instead of relying on limited self-control, build routines that carry you – and your kids – through music practice, learning, and life with consistency and ease. Discover three reasons why small, steady habits can shape not just your days, but your future self. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/micro43 Connect with us: Newsletter: https://mpetersonmusic.com/subscribe Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EnhanceLifeMusic/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enhancelifemusic/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mpetersonpiano/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/musicenhances Sponsorship information: https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/sponsor Leave us a review on Podchaser.com! https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/enhance-life-with-music-909096
September is Women in Medicine Month! Medicine is more than science – it's deeply human. Dr. Olapeju Simoyan discusses her brand new book, "Girls Become Doctors and Much More," and shares how music, art, and the medical humanities enrich the human side of medicine. Discover how creativity not only strengthens patient care and outcomes but also helps physicians maintain balance and purpose in their own lives. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode217 Connect with us: Newsletter: https://mpetersonmusic.com/subscribe Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EnhanceLifeMusic/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enhancelifemusic/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mpetersonpiano/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/musicenhances Sponsorship information: https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/sponsor Leave us a review on Podchaser.com! https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/enhance-life-with-music-909096 In-episode promo: Living Well with Dr. Michelle or use Coupon Code musicenhances10 for 10% off. (Or buy on Amazon.)
It's back-to-school season! Whether you're a parent, teacher, or lifelong learner, now is the perfect time to create a practice nest – a welcoming space that transforms music practice from a chore into a joy. Discover three key elements to design a practice space that inspires consistency, comfort, and creativity. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/micro42 Connect with us: Newsletter: https://mpetersonmusic.com/subscribe Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EnhanceLifeMusic/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enhancelifemusic/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mpetersonpiano/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/musicenhances Sponsorship information: https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/sponsor Leave us a review on Podchaser.com! https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/enhance-life-with-music-909096
It's back-to-school season – and a perfect time for a Fall Reset! Whether you're a student, professional, parent, or lifelong learner, this episode is for all ages. Sara Sherman shares 3 practical tips to harness the power of music to build positive habits and strengthen executive function skills – while also developing connections and nurturing personal growth. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode216 https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/micro Connect with us: Newsletter: https://mpetersonmusic.com/subscribe Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EnhanceLifeMusic/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enhancelifemusic/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mpetersonpiano/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/musicenhances Sponsorship information: https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/sponsor Leave us a review on Podchaser.com! https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/enhance-life-with-music-909096 In-episode promo: JAMBAR https://jambar.com/
What can 200+ conversations with the brightest minds in music teach us about life? On the six-year anniversary of the podcast, I share four lessons that have reshaped the way I see music – and its power to transform your everyday life. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/micro41 Connect with us: Newsletter: https://mpetersonmusic.com/subscribe Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EnhanceLifeMusic/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enhancelifemusic/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mpetersonpiano/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/musicenhances Sponsorship information: https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/sponsor Leave us a review on Podchaser.com! https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/enhance-life-with-music-909096
Can music actually protect your brain and reduce dementia risk? Award-winning educator and arts advocate Genein Letford reveals how engaging with music builds "brain capital" – the essential combination of cognitive health, creativity, and connection that fuels success in leadership and in life. Discover the science behind the arts' power to strengthen memory, sharpen thinking, and optimize your cognitive reserve at every stage of life, no matter your age or vocation. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode215 Connect with us: Newsletter: https://mpetersonmusic.com/subscribe Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EnhanceLifeMusic/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enhancelifemusic/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mpetersonpiano/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/musicenhances Sponsorship information: https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/sponsor Leave us a review on Podchaser.com! https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/enhance-life-with-music-909096 In-episode promo: Sheet Music Direct https://www.sheetmusicdirect.com Living Well with Dr. Michelle or use Coupon Code musicenhances10 for 10% off. (Or buy on Amazon.)
What if there were a way to stand firmly in your beliefs without creating division? Bruce Springsteen's approach to "human politics" goes beyond partisanship – he lives his values through consistent, grounded action. In this episode, I explore what The Boss taught me about walking the talk, building bridges, and modeling a rare kind of leadership rooted in integrity, connection, and meaningful impact in today's polarized world. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/micro40 Connect with us: Newsletter: https://mpetersonmusic.com/subscribe Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EnhanceLifeMusic/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enhancelifemusic/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mpetersonpiano/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/musicenhances Sponsorship information: https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/sponsor Leave us a review on Podchaser.com! https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/enhance-life-with-music-909096
What if music doesn't just move your emotions — but physically moves your brain? A new frontier in neuroscience reveals how music physically affects our brain through the laws of physics, with powerful implications for memory, mood, and health. Dr. Edward Large, the lead scientist behind this research, explains Neural Resonance Theory – and why it matters. From sound to synapse, discover the brain's physical response to music and its therapeutic power. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode214 https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/micro Connect with us: Newsletter: https://mpetersonmusic.com/subscribe Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EnhanceLifeMusic/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enhancelifemusic/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mpetersonpiano/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/musicenhances Sponsorship information: https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/sponsor Leave us a review on Podchaser.com! https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/enhance-life-with-music-909096 In-episode promo: JAMBAR https://jambar.com/
What if music could do more than entertain – what if it could bring the past to life? I recently experienced firsthand how music can transform history from distant facts into powerful stories we feel, remember, and carry with us. Discover how songs and stories connect us to the past in ways we never expected. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/micro39 Connect with us: Newsletter: https://mpetersonmusic.com/subscribe Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EnhanceLifeMusic/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enhancelifemusic/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mpetersonpiano/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/musicenhances Sponsorship information: https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/sponsor Leave us a review on Podchaser.com! https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/enhance-life-with-music-909096
Ever wonder how songs are written, what makes a song a hit, or what it would take to write a song yourself? In this episode, songwriter and author Mike Errico pulls back the curtain on the songwriting process, blending humor, neuroscience, and practical tips from his book Music, Lyrics, and Life. Whether you're a musician, a music lover, or just curious about the magic behind your favorite tunes, you'll gain a deeper appreciation for what makes a song resonate – and maybe even feel inspired to write one yourself. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode213 Connect with us: Newsletter: https://mpetersonmusic.com/subscribe Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EnhanceLifeMusic/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enhancelifemusic/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mpetersonpiano/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/musicenhances Sponsorship information: https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/sponsor Leave us a review on Podchaser.com! https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/enhance-life-with-music-909096 In-episode promo: Sheet Music Direct https://www.sheetmusicdirect.com Living Well with Dr. Michelle or use Coupon Code musicenhances10 for 10% off. (Or buy on Amazon.)
What do ancient philosophers, modern scientists, and rock stars have in common? A reverence for music. Music has a way of expressing what words alone can't. Discover 10 quotes that say what words alone never could. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/micro38 Connect with us: Newsletter: https://mpetersonmusic.com/subscribe Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EnhanceLifeMusic/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enhancelifemusic/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mpetersonpiano/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/musicenhances Sponsorship information: https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/sponsor Leave us a review on Podchaser.com! https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/enhance-life-with-music-909096
Fireworks may light up the sky, but they can also send our pets into a panic. In this special Fourth of July encore, sound behaviorist Janet Marlow explains how scientifically designed, species-specific music can calm anxiety in pets and improve their overall well-being. Discover the power of music to bring peace to your furry (or feathered!) companions during the noisiest week of summer. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode212 Connect with us: Newsletter: https://mpetersonmusic.com/subscribe Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EnhanceLifeMusic/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enhancelifemusic/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mpetersonpiano/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/musicenhances Sponsorship information: https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/sponsor Leave us a review on Podchaser.com! https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/enhance-life-with-music-909096 In-episode promo: JAMBAR https://jambar.com/
Did you know daydreaming can actually boost creativity, curiosity, and problem-solving? Explore the science behind intentional daydreaming, why summer is the perfect time to practice it, and how music can help your mind wander its way to surprising solutions. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/micro37 Connect with us: Newsletter: https://mpetersonmusic.com/subscribe Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EnhanceLifeMusic/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enhancelifemusic/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mpetersonpiano/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/musicenhances Sponsorship information: https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/sponsor Leave us a review on Podchaser.com! https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/enhance-life-with-music-909096