his morning I posted on the power of vocal music. This afternoon's blog #2 of the day is about the power of playing a musical instrument to the neural growth in your brain.
Playing a musical instrument is not just a creative hobby, it’s one of the most powerful full-brain workouts known to science. Research shows that musicians engage more areas of the brain simultaneously than almost any other activity. When you play, multiple brain regions involved in hearing, movement, coordination, memory, emotion, and pattern recognition are activated and forced to communicate rapidly.
This intense neural activation leads to the creation of stronger and denser connections across both the left (logical) and right (creative) hemispheres of the brain. Over time, this enhances cognitive flexibility, problem-solving, emotional regulation, focus, and long-term memory. Studies have even found that consistent instrument practice increases the size of the corpus callosum, the bridge that connects the two brain hemispheres, improving communication speed across the brain.
Moreover, learning and performing music strengthens neuroplasticity, the brain’s ability to rewire and adapt, making it easier to learn new skills even outside of music. This is why musicians often excel in language learning, pattern identification, and multitasking.
Playing an instrument can also protect the brain from age-related decline, improve mental health by reducing stress, and boost dopamine levels, which enhance motivation and joy.
In simple terms, making music doesn’t just sound good, it builds a smarter, stronger, and more resilient brain.
Meanwhile,
Your Thoughts Are Rewiring Your Brain Right Now
Scientists found that positive self-talk can strengthen neural connections linked to confidence, focus, and emotional stability. When you encourage yourself, your brain responds by releasing chemicals that enhance learning, memory, and motivation. Over time, these repeated thoughts literally rewire your neural pathways, reinforcing optimism and resilience.
But there’s a darker side too. Negative self-talk, filled with criticism or fear, can activate stress circuits in the brain, increasing levels of cortisol and shrinking areas linked to emotional control. In other words, how you speak to yourself can either build your mind, or slowly break it down.
This research highlights a powerful truth: the brain listens. Every word you think or say becomes a signal your brain takes seriously, shaping your reality at the cellular level. It’s like sculpting your own mind with the chisel of thought.
The implications are profound. With mindful awareness and intentional positivity, we can literally train our brains to become calmer, stronger, and more compassionate. It’s not magic, it’s neuroscience.
So the next time you talk to yourself, remember: your brain is listening. Choose words that heal, not harm. Because the story you tell yourself today becomes the person you live as tomorrow.
Meanwhile, Put this in Your Calendar:
Domingo, HAUSER & Dimash – World Premiere in Budapest, 18 April 2026 _ TICKET SALES FROM 10AM (CET), SATURDAY, 13 DECEMBER! https://broadway.hu/.../domingo-hauser-dimash-koncert.../
On 18 April 2026, Budapest will host an extraordinary musical event as Placido Domingo, HAUSER, and Dimash Qudaibergen share the stage for the first time. This one-night-only world premiere brings together three exceptional artists whose combined artistry represents a rare moment in contemporary music.
The evening will present exclusive new arrangements and special joint performances created specifically for this project. An international creative team is preparing a production built on innovative visual design and state-of-the-art acoustic technology to deliver an immersive concert experience.
We proudly present Eugene Kohn as a guest conductor for this event. With over 50 years of experience as a correpetitor and conductor, he has worked with legends such as Maria Callas, Plácido Domingo, and Andrea Bocelli.
Musical direction is led by Péter Pejtsik, Liszt Award–winning composer and conductor, known for his work across classical, crossover, and symphonic rock. A full symphonic orchestra, supported by a rhythm section, will provide a rich foundation for the three artists’ unique musical identities.
Domingo brings unmatched operatic legacy, HAUSER his signature crossover style and electrifying presence, and Dimash Qudaibergen his extraordinary vocal range and global following. Their collaboration marks a meeting of distinctive artistic worlds, creating a performance of exceptional significance.
MVM Dome Budapest – 18 April 2026
A concert that will become part of musical history.
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