Music is an ever-evolving world of art. There is always something new to learn and discover. If you are a music enthusiast eager to expand your knowledge, you are in the right place! We've compiled a list of 10 surprising and rarely discussed fun facts about music that will change your perspective on this art form.
So, let's get started! 🎶🎵🎼
1. The world's shortest song
Believe it or not, the world’s shortest song is just 1.316 seconds long! "You Suffer" by Napalm Death holds this record. Blink and you'll miss it!
2. Musical plants
Plants can actually respond to music! Several studies have shown that plants grow faster and healthier when exposed to music. So next time you're gardening, don't forget to play some tunes for your plants!
3. The most covered song
The Beatles' "Yesterday" is the most covered song in the history of recorded music. Over 2,200 artists have recorded their own versions of it! Talk about leaving a legacy!
4. The most expensive instrument
The Stradivarius violin is the most expensive musical instrument in the world, sold for $16 million in 2011. That's a lot of money for a fiddle!
5. The world’s largest instrument
The largest playable instrument in the world is the Great Stalacpipe Organ, located in the Luray Caverns in Virginia, USA. It uses rubber mallets to tap on the cave's natural stalactites!
6. Music and exercise
Listening to music while exercising can actually improve your performance! A study has shown that listening to fast-paced music can help you exercise longer and harder.
7. The world's longest concert
The world's longest concert is currently still ongoing! This concert, taking place in Halberstadt, Germany, started in 2001 and is planned to end in 2640. That's a staggering 639 years long!
8. The first music ever recorded
The first music ever recorded was "Au Clair de la Lune" by Édouard-Léon Scott de Martinville in 1860. A phonautograph was used to record it, a device that can visually capture sound waves.
9. The power of music on memory
Music can actually help improve your memory while studying! Research has shown that listening to music can enhance recall and memory performance. So next time you study, consider putting on some tunes!
10. The oldest known musical instrument
A flute made from a bird bone and mammoth ivory is the oldest known musical instrument in history. It was found in the Swabian Alps in Germany and is estimated to be over 35,000 years old!
Bottom line
Next time you're listening to your favorite tunes, remember these fun facts and appreciate the magic of music even more! Comment on which fun fact was your favorite. If you would like to learn more about music, check out our blog on 10 interesting music traditions from around the world.
And don't forget, if you're a musician looking to improve your practice and performance, explore our range of products at Soundbrenner. Our wearable metronomes, the Soundbrenner Core and Pulse, can help you keep time and play with more precision.
Happy playing!🎶
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