Musical





  • This potential is related to rhythm, music and hearing.

  • Those who have a high level of musical potential display a greater sensitivity to sounds, rhythm, tone and music.

  • They normally have good pitch and may even have absolute pitch and are able to sing, play musical instruments or compose music.

  • Since there is a strong aural component to this potential, those who are strongest in it may learn best via lectures.

  • In addition, they will often use songs or rhythms to learn and memorise information and may work best with music playing.

  1. Sing in the shower, while driving your car – anywhere!

  2. Play ""Name the Tune"" game.

  3. Go to concerts or musicals.

  4. Listen to your musical collection regularly.

  5. Join a choir.

  6. Read poetry regularly.

  7. Learn to play a musical instrument.

  8. Spend one hour a week listening to an unfamiliar style of music for you (e.g., jazz, country & western, classical, folk, heavy rock, house music, etc.).

  9. Buy an electronic keyboard and learn simple melodies and chords.

  10. Put on background music while studying, cooking, dressing or eating.

  11. Listen for naturally occurring melodies such as footsteps, birdsong, even washing machines!

  12. Learn to identify birds by their song.

  13. Create a musical autobiography by collecting recordings of music that has been important to you at different times in your life.