Scientists have developed an app to understand why some rhythms are more difficult to perform than others. Scientists at Queen Mary University of London have developed an app to understand why some ...

From lullabies at home to rhythm games in classrooms, music is proving to be a powerful ally in children’s reading and language development. Studies show that singing, clapping, and moving to beats ...

I’ve often dreamed of being a drummer. Not that I’ve actually worked to make it happen — come on, that would take years of sustained effort. But I’ve led countless family rhythm get-downs while ...

Let’s have a round of applause for Fitz and the Tantrums. With “HandClap,” the bouncy first single from the group’s new self-titled album, they really find their groove as they take clapping to the ...

From lullabies to clapping games, music and movement are more than just fun—they’re powerful tools for a child’s growth. Research shows they boost language, motor skills, emotional regulation, and ...

Last Friday, a fellow music-nut friend of mine sent me a link to an iPhone app based on composer Steve Reich's "Clapping Music." I've become totally obsessed with beating it. Anybody who's played ...