What is music to Galena High students? Students use music in many different ways. It’s a way people connect and express their feelings. Listening to music voices students’ opinions and emotions. Music is usually a vocalist mixed with instrumental sounds which is listened to worldwide. GHS students gave their opinions about music.
Music is listened to everywhere: in stores, in the car, and even played in bathrooms. It is also streamed on platforms like Apple Music and Spotify. Some GHS students were asked about the platforms they use and why they use them. Caitlyn Soat ‘27 said,” I use Spotify because it’s easy to manage and simple to use!” Alivia Northrup ‘27 also uses Spotify because “ I can easily access it on my watch and phone it also has a cheap premium option.” Many of these platforms make it easy for people to use and access. Even though students are not supposed to listen to music during class it ultimately helps the students to focus and produce better quality work.
Many individual artists produce different genres of music. There are over 1,000 different genres but the main ones listened to are pop, country, and rap. Some students gave their opinions on who their favorite artists are and what kind of music they produce. Baker Conley ‘27 stated,” Drake because he makes good music and produces rap.” All of these artists are conveying a different message to the world. The different genres and music created bring students together in a different kind of social setting. Going to see their favorite artists and making memories with each other.
What is music to you? GHS student Cameron Einsweiler ‘26 said “I listen to music to hype me up and when I feel sad it just understands my mood. I listen to it 24/7 365 days a year.” People use music as a way to calm down and lock in. Students tend to like listening to music while doing work. This is their way of focusing and allows them to finish their work. Listening to music calms the mind and is a stress reliever for students who are overwhelmed. Music stimulates students’ minds helping them do better work.
Overall, Music has many benefits for students. It helps students to calm down and to not stress. It connects people making students become closer and giving them something to connect about. It’s not only something people listen to it is what motivates students to do better.
