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The Ultimate Study Music Playlist

This is a playlist of my favorite study music. It’s great for homework, studying for exams, reading, and generally getting crap crossed off my many checklists.

I’ve been working on this playlist for several years, and it contains music (all non-lyrical) from a wide variety of genres and sources, including video game/anime/movie soundtracks. At the moment, it’s got about 240 songs for you to choose from.

Listening on another app? I’ve worked to mirror this study playlist to other services. Check them out below:

• Spotify Study Music Playlist
• Apple Music Study Playlist

If you’d like, you can study with me in another tab while this plays. You can also listen to the playlist on YouTube instead of on this page.

By the way – I create my own study music as well! If you’d like to give it a listen, here’s a playlist:

You can also follow me on Spotify or on YouTube if you want to be notified when new tracks are released.

Need even more study music?

Here are a few options.

Brain.fm – Music designed specifically to help you focus more effectively. It works really well for me, and I use it for around 50% of my research, writing, and reading sessions – the other half are mostly done with the playlist above.

Piano Study Playlist – If you’re in the mood for a more consistent playlist, check out this one full of solo piano tracks.

Coffitivity – Sometimes I’m in the mood for ambient noise instead of music, and the sounds of a bustling coffee shop are my personal favorite type.

Noisli – An ambient noise generator that lets you create your own mix using sounds like rain, thunder, fan, and white/brown/pink noise.

More Playlists

Work Vibes – My personal playlist of “getting-stuff-done” music. Most of the tracks here have vocals, so I wouldn’t read or study intently with them. But they’re great for crushing emails, working on design projects, or doing other work where I simply need to execute quickly.

Tom’s Workout Playlist – A collection of the tracks that usually accompany me to the gym.

4 best music for homework that’ll dramatically improve your productivity

Choosing the right music for homework can help you focus better and learn faster.

Around 60% of students tend to listen to music while studying. Researchers also found that listening to music was the most popular side activity for teens who juggled studying with another task.

While we may prefer different genres of focus music, we can all agree that the right playlist has the magical ability to boost concentration.

This is because music activates the most diverse networks of the human brain. It’s been proven that people with ADHD focus better with the right music.

This is on top of  existing research  that has found listening to music reduces anxiety, blood pressure, and improves sleep quality, mood, and memory.

Johns Hopkins University researchers have done work on jazz performers improvising inside an fMRI machine to see which areas of the brain light up as well.

They found that jazz musicians make unique improvisations by turning off inhibition and turning up creativity.

In short, if you find the right music for homework, you can elevate both brain power and creativity.

While there isn’t a one-size-fit-all approach to this, let us help you narrow down some of the best genres for you to try:

Here are the five best music for homework to help you increase your productivity:

Having the right music matters, even for top athletes. Source: Tiziana Fabi/AFP

1. Classical music

When picking music for homework, you’ve probably heard how classical music can increase your focus when studying.

There’s a theory dubbed “The Mozart Effect” that suggests this genre of music can enhance brain activity and arouse your brain to focus.

There are also several studies done where students listening to classical music did better on quizzes than students with no music.

Suggestions:

• ClassicFM  (a free radio streaming platform that plays famous classical pieces)
• “Study Playlist: Classical Music” on Spotify
• “Classical Music for When You’re on a Deadline” on YouTube

2. Video game music 

This might surprise you but video game music is actually one of the best music for homework. According to Orion Academy , video game music is designed to keep you absorbed and focused — which is also great for memorising. 

When your brain is focused on just melody, it’s taking a break from trying to break down the lyrics of a song and thus increases your performance .

Video game music tends to stay at a relatively low, constant volume too, preventing you from becoming distracted by sudden increases in volume.

Since video game music is generally fast-paced, your brain will be constantly engaged in the task at hand.

• “Video game soundtracks” on Spotify
• “Video game music for studying” on YouTube
• Choose favourites from this list and create your own playlist!

3. RnB 

If you’re someone who easily gets distracted, RnB may not be the best music for homework for you. There’s a high chance that you might spend too much time jamming to the lyrics of the song instead of focusing.

Though music under his genre generally has lyrics, many RnB fans reported feeling more relaxed, focused, and less stressed, which may have a positive impact on their ability to focus and learn.

• “Study R&B Smooth Songs ” on Spotify
• “Chill R&B Beats Mix – Beats to Relax and Study (Vol.1)” on YouTube

4. Nature sounds 

It’s been shown that nature sounds relax our nervous system. Researchers at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute  have also discovered that natural sounds boost moods and focus.

The study found employees were more productive and had more positive feelings when nature sounds were playing in the background while they worked.

Nature sounds include the soothing sounds of the rain, ocean waves on the beach or even the jungle. Some prefer listening to bird calls and animal noises, so feel free to explore if nature sounds aren’t the right music for homework for you. 

Relaxing Nature Sounds for Sleeping – Natural Calm Forest Waterfall Music Meditation Sound for Study on YouTube

“Nature Sounds For Concentration” on Spotify

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Everybody has their own routine for how to study for exams, do homework, read or focus on a particular task. Listening to a study playlist is a great way to center your attention and lift your mood. Listening to music can also reduce stress, which is a plus when it comes to balancing a busy schedule of work, school and family!

Music Therapy has proven that you can process a wide range of emotions from excitement to thoughtfulness depending on what type of music you listen to. When we’re studying, we’re probably aiming for thoughtfulness. Research has also shown music has the potential to boost memory, which can be a huge plus.  However, complex and distracting music might not be the way to go when choosing the right studying playlist for you.

We have found that the best genres of music to listen to while studying, reading or writing include minimalist, classical, piano and low-fi music. We’ve compiled some of the best lyric-free playlists that will act as brain food while keeping your attention on your studies so you can ace that test and earn that A.

Best Study Playlists on Spotify

This more than 24-hour playlist is full of piano and classical songs to help you focus.

Lofi Girl curates some of the most relaxing and engaging playlists. Her use of lo-fi tracks mixed with ambient pieces will keep you relaxed but never bored.

This playlist is all instrumental all the time!

Best Youtube Study Playlists

This is a deep-focus playlist so you know you’ll finish what you need to get done!

This Bossa Nova & Jazz playlist is a MOOD. It will transport you to a lovely cafe, on a rainy day.

This extra ambient playlist describes itself as “brain power, focus concentration music.” You’ll feel like you’re in a sound bath.

Music is just one way to improve your mental health. See more tips on how to improve your mental health as an online student.

* Arizona Online does not endorse playlist creators. Music is not guaranteed to boost academic performance.

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Songs to stream while studying for finals: homework music recommendations.

Anna Devine , Contributing Writer April 14, 2022

I always thought I was one of those people who can’t do homework and listen to music at the same time. Something about hearing lyrics while writing an essay or reading a textbook just doesn’t work, and I’m sure I’m not the only one who feels this way. However, I recently discovered a loophole: music without lyrics. Or music that has lyrics in a language I don’t understand. This way, my brain doesn’t fixate on processing lyrics or interpreting the song’s meaning, and I can focus on the task at hand.

The most important quality of homework/study music is its relaxation factor. Homework is stressful, and especially as we get ready for finals it’s important to make your study space as tranquil as possible. 

I personally think that I have one of the best playlists for homework music out there, and dear reader, today’s your lucky day. I’m going to be sharing a few homework music highlights with you, as we’re all going to need them as finals are approaching. Note that these are not ranked in any order of preference.

• “Enchanted Mirror” by Luiz Bonfá

If you’re a bossa nova fan, you may already be familiar with Luiz Bonfá’s magic. He was an extremely talented Brazilian guitarist, singer and composer with an enormous discography. He started making music in the 1940s and continued until 2001, the year in which he passed away. Bonfá has had a tremendous influence on the bossa nova scene as well as other music genres from other cultures. His song “Seville” was sampled in Gotye’s “Somebody That I Used To Know” which is an absolute banger and topped the charts in 27 countries in 2011.

“Enchanted Mirror” from Bonfá’s album “Introspection” is a dazzling tune played on a 12-string guitar with dynamic tempo changes. The richness of the sound of the 12-string combined with the ebb and flow of the tempo makes for a beautiful and emotional composition. I think the title “Enchanted Mirror” really fits the song’s enchanting qualities. If you like this song, I recommend “Yesterdays” and “Manhã de Carnaval,” also by Luiz Bonfá.

• “Five Hundred Miles” by Mamman Sani

Mamman Sani builds airy, dreamlike arpeggios in “Five Hundred Miles.” Mamman Sani is from Niger and considered a pioneer in West African avant garde and experimental music. Throughout most of his discography, his instrument of choice is an electric organ (specifically an Italian model called the ‘Orla’) that he discovered on a trip to Europe as a UNESCO delegate. He uses the electric organ to create experimental renditions of classic Niger folk songs.

The delicate sounds of the electric organ are beautiful, but I think my favorite part of this song is the soft crashing waves in the background. There’s also a very faint whistling toward the end, if you listen closely. These additions bring a really sweet and bright mood to the track, and it certainly makes me feel comforted when I’m working on a painstaking assignment.

• “If You’re Sure You Want To” by Alabaster DePlume

“If You’re Sure You Want To” by Alabaster DePlume is a beautifully crafted song with a sweet and simple melody. The wide arrange of instruments used to carry out this melody really adds to the texture of the song. The song starts out with a gentle saxophone, simple piano notes and violin plucking. As it builds, we hear more legato violin arco — when the strings are played using a bow — and we get some fun percussion sounds. The cherry on top of this tune, though, is the sweet little forest noises and bird chirps. They are faint, but they remind me of spring and enhance the song’s ambiance, making it a perfect tune for finals time.

• “Tobiume” by Susumu Yokota

This song is a bit more synth-y/electronic. It uses cool synth loops that make me feel like I’m in outer space. The complex layering of these loops is mesmerizing, but in a strange way, I also find it motivating.

Susumu Yokota was a Japanese musician who made and released over 30 albums from 1992 to 2012, specializing in genres like ambient, acid techno, downtempo electronic music and more. He is celebrated for his creative use of organic samples and the spellbinding way in which he arranges them. His early work in the early 1990s was more dancey electronic, then he turned more toward ambient and experimental styles in the 2000s. If you like “Tobiume,” definitely check out more of his massive discography. I really like his album “Cloud Hidden,” which is very experimental and makes me feel artsy.

• “Discreet Music” by Brian Eno

My all-time favorite relaxing study tune is Brian Eno’s 1975 masterpiece “Discreet Music.” This track is 31 minutes and 34 seconds full of blissful reassurance. No matter how stressed you are, Eno’s silky synthwork will put you in a trance. 

I also like the fact that it’s 31 minutes long because it acts as a measure of time and productivity. If I finish an assignment within the time window of “Discreet Music” as a full track, I know that I’ve been productive during that half hour.

When creating “Discreet Music,” Brian Eno took conceptual inspiration from French classical music composer Erik Satie’s term “furniture music” which describes ambient music with a tendency to melt into the environment and to become a part of the room, like furniture. In his book Silence , American composer and music theorist John Cage writes that “furniture music” softens “the noises of the knives and forks at dinner, not dominating them, not imposing itself. It would fill up those heavy silences that sometimes fall between friends dining together.”

As you listen to “Discreet Music” by Brian Eno, you may notice the “furniture music” cushioning the noise of your moving pencil or clacking of your keyboard.

I hope you found a song or two that tickles your fancy and keeps you motivated during this finals season. These tracks aren’t only for studying; they’re also great for making art, journaling, cleaning your room or perhaps interpretive dancing.

If you liked these songs and want to hear more awesome and motivating homework music, check out the whole playlist I have here!

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The Best Study Music: What to Listen to While Doing Homework

Students and music cannot be separated because they all love music and some can keep their players on an entire day. Music can help lift mood even when the student is alone in their rooms, relaxing outdoors, or walking. In the study room, not all music will be good when you are doing your homework.

You need to concentrate on getting the answers right because some types of music will just keep distracting you and you might lose an important point. The following music is good to listen to during homework time.

Hip hop is generally called hip hop culture because its lovers believe it promotes a music culture globally. Being one of the oldest music genres, Hip hop blends several tunes and vocals into one piece of a song that is vibrant, confronting, and celebrating life.

This is one of the styles of music a student can listen to while doing homework because it mostly speaks about real-life experiences and encourages a listener when they realize they are not the only ones experiencing a challenging moment. It can help encourage a student do homework even when they feel like the task is too difficult for them.

Other type of Homework help

If you want to do well in college, always make an effort to do all the homework your teacher assigns you. It helps improve learning and you will reap the good fruits of education. Despite your efforts to do your best and complete all academic work, sometimes you feel you need help. You don’t have to worry because Edubirdie can do your homework while you concentrate on your study. You can get help from their professional writers any time because they help every student according to their needs.

Country music

Country hits are mostly associated with things that touch on independence and freedom. The artists sing about situations they went through yet overcame. Some sing about terrible adversities like alcoholism, fighting, rejections, and such incidences and how they eventually overcame. Doing a ton of homework is not always easy because some assignments can be tough and complex. The student might feel it was not meant for them but if they can tune and listen to several country hits, they can start feeling encouraged and go on with their assignments.

Jamaican reggae is characterized by features such as amplified guitars, offbeat quavers, electric guitars, and a large number of drums. It is a genre that is more masculine than feminine and male students love this genre. Although it doesn’t have a unique rhythm, reggae reflects culture, values, and spirituality. Some researchers say listening to reggae can help students do better in math because the spirituality in reggae can help condition the mind to learn. If a student has some math to do in their homework subject, they might consider listening to reggae.

Classical music forms a combination of sophisticated tunes and vocals and this is what makes this genre popular. Researchers believe classical music nurtures the soul and helps grow the mind. Other studies say when a student creates a habit of listening to classical music, their language skills develop fast. They also benefit from improved spatial skills, reasoning skills, and better intelligence. These are benefits that can help a student do their homework better.

Instrumental

Instruments-only music was traditionally used as a substitute for vocals and to create music for dancing. Listening to this genre can help an individual learn better about other cultures and appreciate the expertise of instrumentalists. When used by a student, it can help boost critical thinking and improve development for creativity. These are important skills needed for higher student productivity.

Nature sounds

According to recent data, listening to recorded sounds of nature has many benefits to the mind. It helps reduce stress, pain and increase mood. The study further says listening to natural sounds helps an individual create a sense of safety and they can stop worrying about what is happening outside and concentrate on what is before them. A student can do their homework better when listening to recorded natural sounds.

Music has immeasurable benefits to students while at school, commuting, or relaxing. A student can listen to music to improve cognitive skills and enhance their memory. Students who create a habit of listening to music when doing their homework may enjoy doing their assignments without feeling stressed. Currently, there are over 1,000 music genres in the market and this gives a student freedom to choose which genre is best for them .

Author’s Bio:

Robert Everett is a leading writer and works for a marketing agency where is known for marketing collateral, brochures and PPT designing skills. He’s equally good in his freelancing job, where he helps students do their homework and essays on time and effectively. In his free time, he loves cooking Korean food, watching sports shows and learning digital art.

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26 Relaxing Music Videos for Calming Down Your Classroom

Classical music or nature sounds, we love them all!

Playing some relaxing music during learning breaks can help settle everyone’s minds and refuel our reserves so we can tackle the rest of the day. Regardless of whether you and your students prefer nature sounds, guitar strumming, or piano music, there is truly something for everyone out there. Oftentimes, relaxing music for kids to play in the classroom is accompanied by a video with peaceful imagery. Soothing sights and music can help settle big emotions following a particularly stressful event like standardized testing. Music in the classroom has so many benefits including (but not limited to) improving mood, assisting in cognitive development, and enhancing creativity. Check out our favorite selections of relaxing music for the classroom!

1. Happy Background Music for Children

These peaceful tunes will certainly give growing minds a well-deserved break. 

2. Happy Relaxing Music for Children

This light instrumental hang-drum song is perfect after a stressful morning. 

3. Relaxing Guitar Music

While school can sometimes be stressful for students (and teachers!), the strumming of this guitar will chase your worries away!

4. Instrumental Background Music for the Classroom

This instrumental selection should be featured on any list of relaxing music for kids to play in the classroom.

5. Relaxing Music for Stress Relief

The underwater sounds will wash your cares away so you can think more clearly!

6. Calming Music for Children in the Classroom

Regardless of whether students are writing, studying, reading, or doing homework, this video will help create a positive learning environment.

7. Fine Art Music and Paintings

Listen to the music of Debussy and more while watching a slide show of beautiful paintings. 

8. Relaxing Music With Ocean Waves 

The calming and rhythmic sounds of the ocean can feel so soothing to busy minds. 

9. Happy Relaxing Guitar Music for Children

The sweet plucking in this video feels so positive and refreshing. 

10. Relaxing Nature Sounds

Practice some meditation in your classroom while you mellow out to the sounds of birds chirping and water flowing. 

11. Minecraft Soundtrack

Regardless of whether or not you love Minecraft, this instrumental soundtrack is great for a break between lessons. 

12. Instrumental Music for Relaxation

What’s better than a relaxing video that includes piano music? One that also features soothing guitar strumming! 

13. Morning Relaxing Music for Children

When the mid-morning doldrums appear, try this choice for relaxing music for the classroom. 

14. Positive Background Music for Kids

This video is so uplifting and sweet and perfect for a well-earned break or even for study time. 

15. Classical Music for Kids in the Classroom

This video exposes students to classical music. It features a violin performance of Vivaldi’s “The Four Seasons, Concerto No. 4 in F minor.”

16. 3-Minute Timer With Music for Kids

This plucky video can help with time management since it features a 3-minute timer. You can also try this one for classical music. Also check out the 1-minute , 5-minute , and 20-minute timers!

17. Relaxing Music for Children With Animals

Perfect for promoting calm and mindfulness and also an appreciation for nature and the world around us.

18. Disney Piano Selection

Disney movies have arguably the best soundtracks out there, so why not play this collection of relaxing instrumental songs in your classroom?

19. Coffee Shop Ambience

The calming jazz music in this video is perfect for the start of school since it will call to mind the crisp fall air and changing leaves.

20. Ambient Music for Studying

The tranquil music in this video will help students focus while reading a favorite book or studying for a big exam.

21. Comptine d’un autre été

This beautiful song from the movie Amelie would calm anyone, but if you teach French, you have even more reason to play it!

22. Quiet Music Plus Baby Animals

This video proves that relaxing music for the classroom can be equally adorable and soothing!

23. Krishna Flute Music

This flute music will have your students in a Zen state in no time!

24. Soothing Drum Music

While drums are often thought of as being noisy, this video proves that they can be calming as well.

25. Rain Sounds and Relaxing Music

Do you and your students find the sound of rain relaxing, but the skies are clear? This video provides the perfect soothing backdrop to any classroom.

26. Sensory Experience

What’s better than a calm-down corner? A calm-down corner that features this video of lanterns floating while calming music plays!

Do you use calming music in your classroom? Share your tips and ask questions in the WeAreTeachers HELPLINE group on Facebook .

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Great Study Playlists for All Your High School Classes

Who doesn't need a little musical inspiration to face their chemistry homework head on? These four playlists should do the trick!

by Griffin Scott-Rifer CollegeXpress Student Writer

Last Updated: Mar 16, 2023

Originally Posted: Sep 3, 2015

Who doesn’t need a little musical inspiration to face their chemistry homework head on? Here are four playlists—one for math, history, literature, and science classes—to help energize that marathon study session. Plus, you can click on them for the YouTube playlist.

Most math homework is made up of complicated problems that require intense focus. These songs will help you do just that, while making your homework experience enjoyable.

• “We’re Going to be Friends” by The White Stripes
• “Concrete Wall” by Zee Avi
• “Blame It on Me” by George Ezra
• “Royals” by Lorde
• “Flowers in Your Hair” by The Lumineers
• “Lost in My Mind” by The Head and The Heart”
• “Love is Strange” by Mickey & Sylvia 
• “Ol Fashioned Kiss” by ALA.NI
• “Entitled” by Leighton Meester
• “There Goes the Fear” by Doves

Check out the full math homework playlist on YouTube !

History homework is all about ideas. These songs are sure to stimulate your brains and get you thinking about the past. And, yes, they are in “chronological order.”

• “Walk Like an Egyptian” by The Bangles
• “Pompeii” by Bastille
• “Istanbul” by They Might be Giants
• “Three Coins in the Fountain” by Frank Sinatra
• “Joan of Arc” by Arcade Fire
• “The Infanta” by The Decembrists
• “Palace of Versailles” by Al Stewart
• “100$ Bill” by JAY Z
• “Holland, 1945” by Neutral Milk Hotel
• “We Didn’t Start the Fire” by Billy Joel

Check out the full history homework playlist on YouTube !

Lit homework is usually a lot of reading. These calm tunes will help you tune into the story at hand while sharpening your mind.

• “Daydreamer,” Adele
• “Your Song (From the Rehearsal Montage Scene),” Craig Armstrong ( Moulin Rouge Soundtrack)
• “Born to Die,” Lana Del Rey
• “Syrup & Honey,” Duffy
• “Intro,” The xx
• “Unchained Melody,” Maurice Jane ( Ghost Soundtrack)
• “Gymnopedie: No. 1,” Erik Satie
• “Almost Is Never Enough,” Ariana Grande
• “You and Me,” You+Me
• “Arabesque No. 1,” Claude Debussy

Check out the full literature homework playlist on YouTube !

Science homework is complicated, period. It requires a lot of effort. These songs will get you pumped for those challenging problems and keep your stamina up.

• “You Give Love a Bad Name” by Bon Jovi
• “Shut Up and Dance” by WALK THE MOON
• “Diane Young” by Vampire Weekend
• “The Denial Twist” by The White Stripes
• “Lisztomania” by Phoenix
• “Harlem” by New Politics
• “Hollaback Girl” by Gwen Stefani
• “Toxic” by Britney Spears
• “Froot” by Marina and The Diamonds
• “I Don’t Feel Like Dancin'” by Scissor Sisters

Check out the  full science homework playlist on YouTube !

We hope these playlists help you make it through your studies a little easier. Music is the perfect way to get you in the zone, and when you curate a playlist ahead of time, you don’t have to worry about getting distracted with picking your next listen. Never underestimate the power of a good playlist!

If these playlists aren’t quite the ones for you, you can check out even more music for studying with the tag “playlists."

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