A new study by Northwestern University finds if you’re not a native speaker, you might be more apt to pick up a foreign language if you’ve previously taken music lessons.
Neurobiologists have found that playing a musical instrument enhances the brainstem’s understanding of speech sounds.
Scientists say that finding means music has a positive impact on learning ability.
So, Mom was right when she asked you to stick with those violin lessons.
The lead author of the study, Northwestern University Professor Patrick Wong, joins us to discuss his research.
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