In a world where contemporary musical genres predominate, it is worth asking whether classical music still maintains a relevant place in today’s society.
In a world where contemporary musical genres predominate, it is worth asking whether classical music still maintains a relevant place in today’s society.
From a scientific perspective, various studies have shown that music can influence brain neuroplasticity and processes related to memory, attention and emotional regulation. As they point out in “The transformative power of music: Insights into neuroplasticity, health, and disease,” these effects are linked to brain functioning and support its impact on learning and cognitive well-being.
Today, classical music has not disappeared, but has evolved into new forms of expression. Composers such as Hans Zimmer demonstrate how the orchestral tradition can be integrated with modern elements of film and sound technology, generating works that retain classical essence while adapting to contemporary audiences. On the other hand, John Williams represents a more faithful continuity to the orchestral tradition in cinema, maintaining a symphonic style close to traditional structures and consolidating the legacy of classical music in the cinematographic language.
Promoting classical music does not mean looking to the past, but rather recognizing its validity and ability to adapt. Its presence in education, art and current media contributes to a more creative, reflective and deeply sensitive society. Its value lies not only in tradition, but in its impact on contemporary cultural experience.
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