Study Says Going To Music Concert Can Make You Live Longer

You probably already know about music therapy benefits involved with treating conditions like anxiety and depression. But are there any music perks associated with just heading out to a live gig to see your favorite band perform live? Well, the study found that spending just 20 minutes at a live gig can increase feelings of wellbeing by 21 percent. The same study looked at other wellness activities, including yoga and dog walking, but neither compared to singing aloud and grooving to a live band.

Attending live music events is said to have the ability to improve widespread markers along the happiness spectrum. Some include the following benefits:

Regular gig goers tended to score the highest levels when asked about their happiness, contentment, productivity and self-esteem. It is probably best to take the findings with a grain of salt, as the study was commissioned by a telecom company that sells concert tickets. However, still, there’s plenty of scientific evidence that music can give your health a boost.

Another way music can benefit your health:

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