Study music

[Jade Lastra 3B]

Typically I like to study by playing music but I've now started to find myself getting distracted by that, but I definitely need some background noise to focus on my work. I like using those pomodoro technique videos on youtube, but I was wondering if there's any other methods or things you guys use to help keep focused while working.

[josephspindler2H]

I listen to a lot of classical music for studying and doing work. Study's tend to say it's conducive to a good working environment. Also, apparently listening to new and different songs is beneficial!

[Angela Marie Guevarra Dis3F]

I also use the Pomodoro method, but sometimes I change it so I work in 30-40 minute intervals since the 5min break is too short for me. For background noise, I recommend using Noisli if music is too distracting for you. Recently I've been listening to calm video game/Nintendo music like the Animal Crossing BGM and it's dynamic enough so that I stay awake, but calm enough that I don't get distracted. There's a lot of different study playlists on Youtube to browse through :)

[Rayna Irving 2C]

I usually just search studying or reading music on Spotify (and it's most likely on other streaming services too) and a lot of good playlists come up that help me stay focused.

[Emma Chang 1G]

I usually look up lo-fi music on Youtube. I find that it works well as background noise without being too distracting!

[StephanieGrigorian2J]

^^ I use the same! It has no lyrics and its just relaxing music and it really helps me stay focused.

[Meredith2E]

Usually, just to spice up my studying, I go on YouTube and listen to slowed/reverb music since its calmer and I can totally hum along as I do my work.

[Sana Nagori 2H]

this might just be me but I actually like listening to songs with words in them. Usually I turn them up loud enough where it just becomes background noise and I don't get distracted but it sounds counterintuitive.

[Brandon Pham 1H]

If I have an essay to crank out, I put on some Mario Kart music and go ham. For any other occasion, I prefer Studio Ghibli music on youtube or some lo-fi beats. I find words to be kind of distracting when reading

[Hannah Biju 1E]

I look up lo-fi music on Spotify, but sometimes when I'm in the mood to listen to music with lyrics I play whatever I'm feeling on a low volume so I don't get as distracted by the lyrics. Also, when I have to stay up late I like to listen to powerful and upbeat music to keep myself awake.

[Mahika More 1H]

I play lo-fi music or instrumental music because it doesn't have words.

[Sara_Lim_2C]

I like listening to classic rock or punk rock while doing homework because half the time I can't understand the lyrics anyway, and the fast guitar keeps me awake. I recommend any of ZZ Top's early albums or All Time Low! I also like listen to video game soundtracks, like anything from Legend of Zelda or Final Fantasy is usually good if you want something without lyrics.

[Andrew Dao 3C]

I think any music that is on the calm side and with no lyrics/words would definitely help. I like using the ambient music playlists on youtube (get u-block origin so you aren't bombarded by ads).

[Valerie Tran 2B]

I watch study with me videos. They usually have nice bg music and it makes me more productive to see someone else studying.

[Teti Omilana 1G]

Playing my own music usually results in me singing along or getting distracted, so if I really need to focus I look up any soft instrumental playlist on spotify and just press shuffle. I also have found that bossa nova music really helps me feel relaxed and study better, you could probably find some mixes of that on youtube or any streaming service.

[Joyce Pang 2H]

There's this pianist Ludovico Einauldi and his pieces are simple and calming, perfect for studying. They're repetitive in nature so I find them really ncie to study to :)

[Nadya Higgins 3F]

I really enjoy listening to lo-fi mixes or instrumental versions of songs I like (from OSTs, albums, etc)!

[LeahSWM 2E]

Lo-Fi playlists are great, and strangely baby lullabies work good for me too! lol they keep me calm and reduce my anxiety.

[Algernon Jackson 2l]

I use an app called "Calm" they have nature noises, that usually helps me focus.

[Kaiya_PT_1H]

There's an app called Forest I use to help me get off my phone, and it also has good ambient sounds for studying!

[Michelle Magana 2B]

Sometimes my study music varies
If i'm in a pure study mode it usually is hip hop beats/ lo fi music / basically music with no lyrics
If I'm a little distracted and I need help focusing , I put more chaotic music like the mario kart soundtrack
and the middle option is slowed down music of my favorite songs / more relaxing songs of my favorite artists

[SashaAnand2J]

This sounds like an odd recommendation, but the Mario Kart Study Playlist on Spotify is my go to! Video game music helps with my concentration a lot and I would suggest listening to it if you find yourself checking your phone every 5 minutes while studying. I'm sure there's some science behind it :")

[Giselle_zamora_1L]

Ok this is going to sound really weird but honestly it helped me stay focused and accountable if you go on youtube and search, "study with me real-time" there's a bunch of people that post videos of them studying and some have light music playing (like jazz or instrumental) , others are only with background noise and my personal favorites have both. And the videos range from 1 to 5 hrs its amazing, you don't have to look at them studying but keep it playing on an open tab, and its like studying with a friend.

[Callan Howard]

Sometimes if music is too distracting, I will listen to nature sounds. You can find them on Spotify/Apple Music/YouTube etc. I like babbling brooks best!

[Moura Girgis 1F]

I like to listen to jazz music while I study, as it calms me down when I start freaking out over not understanding a certain concept.

[Orla Lynagh-Shannon 1F]

I find that I like different kinds of music for the place I am in my study session. If I am just starting out, I definitely listen to a lot more pump-up type music, maybe Empire State of Mind. Then I go to more laid back music, like Fleet Foxes. Eventually I turn the music off when I am deeply concentrating on the schoolwork.

[Kayko Lee 1C]

I tried pavloving myself to this one soundtrack (I forgot the name but it was an instrumental that was looped for an hour) so that I could be 100% focused during the hour because I work suuuuper slow and adding distractions too and it kind of worked o.o

[Anna Martin 2l]

Before I study, I love to play a upbeat song that will get me motivated to study, and then while I am studying I look up "background music for studying" on YouTube and choose one of those videos to help me stay focused.

[Leo Naylor 2F]

I agree with lots of people that listening to music without lyrics can make studying very easy! My favorite album to listen to while studying is Raise Your Skinny Fists Like Antennas to Heaven by Godspeed You! Black Emperor. It won't be for everyone but I find it so conducive to focus.

[Alvin Lai 3J]

I just have all my favorite songs in a playlist on YouTube playing at the lowest possible volume. It's perfect for keeping me relaxed without totally distracting me. Hope everyone has an amazing break!

[Jaden Kwon 3C]

I really like to listen to classical piano when studying for harder topics as it doesn't have lyrics but if I'm just working on normal assignments then I like to listen to a lot of contemporary music that I personally enjoy.

[Natalie Phan 3G]

I don't typically listen to music when studying or doing homework, but if I do I listen to instrumental/classical music. I think that songs with lyrics throw off my concentration.

[Zoe Staggs 3B]

Classical music is great for studying, but I also like to listen to instrumental movie soundtracks. The crown has a great soundtrack.

[Danielle Andal 3F]

I also listen to music when I study, typically slower music so I can focus on what’s in front of me!

[Emily Wu 2G]

i cant stand listening to stuff i don't like so i just listen to good artists that i wanna explore!

[JohnathanH_1H]

For study music, I tend to switch it up a lot depending on the time of day and the mood Im in. So if the homework or studying is not urgent or it is night time then I will tend to play Lofi music or indie pop music. But if i am in a rush and need to get it done or its morning or the afternoon I will play more upbeat R&B or faster-paced music.

[405509920]

Listening to atmospheric music is usually the most effective for me. One playlist/podcast I really like on spotify is the "Oldies playing in a...", they have lots of different tracks each with a different theme. Theres ones where it sounds like you're listening to an old vinyl during a raining day and other that sounds like the streets of Paris while you're at a Cafe. There is signing but you can't make out the words because its either in some European language or its too distorted/muffed by the atmospheric adds ons. So it's alot like white noise, its very relaxing and easy to just get lost in work while listening.

[Jaipal Virdi 2I]

For me it can be jarring going from regular music to "study music" as often they are different genres. It actually distracts me more listening to lo-fi or classical music as that isn't what I normally listen to. What I found best works for me is listening to instrumentals of songs I already like. I felt more productive and at ease this way, I hope this helps :)

[505705039]

Lo-fi music is great for studying! Also its fun because you can customize it to the seasons.. here is one for the holidays coming up: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b6_XsMcUojM

[Shania Garrison Discussion 3E]

Hi! I really like lo-fi, classical music, jazz piano. I also like lofi versions of video game scores, those are fun. I try to avoid songs with lyrics because I just find myself getting distracted and singing along.

[Joseph Ettipio]

I listen to instrumentals because songs with actual lyrics can get distracting.

[Rishab_Haldar_3B]

I love listening to music, especially lo fi and classical pieces since it's all background music.

[Mahli Martinez 2I]

Hi! I swear by listening to classical and lo-fi music. Lots of research has discussed the benefits of listening to classical music by studying. Sometimes I do like listening to my favorite songs on rotation but not when I want to be super focused on my work, since I can find myself singing along to the lyrics. To each their own though! I have a friend that listens to rap because it "motivates" him so really whatever works for you!

[Brenda Tran 3C]

Hi! I listen to this playlist called Adderall Music (Intense Focus) on Spotify!! It really helps, but warning there are some interestingly weird songs. I also love listening to jazz music while I study. The jazz playlist is coffee table jazz if you were wondering!

[205769933]

I generally like to listen to music without words so that I don’t have any impulses to sing along to the words. Anything from classical to something like instrumental rock is great imo!

[asfakhan_2H]

I like to study using classical music or alpha sonic waves which really help me study for a very long time.

[Joseph Lee]

This sounds stupid, but work with someone who will keep you accountable while using a modified version of the pomodoro method. Set a timer for each other and don't speak, and then talk for a bit, and then set another timer. If I stick to it, it always works for me and I feel like I get a lot of work done. Just me though so hopefully this works for others as well!

[daniellediem1k]

Classical music is always great while studying and I like to light good smelling candles when I study too!

[605778346]

I search for study music on Spotify and "lofi music" usually pops up. Its instrumentals and I find that it's very calming, and helps me focus on my homework. Hope this helps!

[Shay Crookall 2L]

Here are some of my favorites!

If you like the pomodoro method for studying and enjoy lofi with rain or campfire sounds, I can't recommend the youtube channel Abao in Tokyo (https://www.youtube.com/c/%E9%98%BF%E9%B2%8D/featured) enough. If I'm not doing something too intensive I like to leave the video up and study "with" the guy in the video.

I am a huge Animal Crossing/Nintendo fan and really enjoy the New Leaf OST (especially the songs from 12-6 am with rain!). They're so nice to listen to.

I'm not the hugest lofi fan but as a last resort sometimes I'll use the lofi girl. The ones above are definitely my go-tos! I hope they help :)

[Sara Dolmo 2J]

On youtube, you can find lofi beats! That is usually what I use when I want to listen to music without words because I tend to get distracted. It always ends with me having a karaoke session with myself.

[Vashe Sundar 3H]

It honestly depends on what I'm studying for!

When studying for something that involves a lot of reading and analyzing, I tend to listen to classical music or LoFi beats from LoFi Girl on YouTube. When completing practice problems for like math, I tend to listen to any music.

[Chloe Fuson]

I've found that listening to classical music while working/studying is really great for me. Since it doesn't have words I don't find myself getting distracted by lyrics. It is also really nice because depending on the vibe you're looking for, you can find classical music that is more relaxing and calming, or you can find classical music that is more upbeat and fast paced if want something with more energy. I've also found that if you do want to listen to music with lyrics, it helps to listen to songs you aren't familiar with because then you won't be tempted to sing along or be as likely to get distracted by it.

[Emma Goellner 2I]

I love listening to classical and jazz music while studying. Also, any of the study music playlists on Youtube are great. I also like to put rain noises in the background of the music, as it helps me relax.

[Emily2J]

Sometimes I will listen to classical music but if I get bored of that I will turn on my discover weekly on Spotify. Because I don't know the songs, I cant sing along and I don't get distracted.

[Ameerah Hameed 3B]

I like listening to music that has no lyrics while studying because when the songs have lyrics I automatically get distracted. The playlists on Youtube that I find most helpful are "lofi hip hop radio - beats to relax/study to" and "Ambient Study Music To Concentrate - 4 Hours of Music for Studying, Concentration and Memory" :)

[jordancha3I]

I listen to music with no lyrics so I don't get distracted. I mostly listen to lofi beats or instrumental, it also keeps me from taking breaks/getting tired!

[Renga Rengappa 1D]

Star Wars theme music, always keeps me focused.

[505705039]

For Midterm 2, I studied listening to Christmas lo-fi and it was sooo good this is the link to one I listened to on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rnx08JFs6nQ

[Caitlin Gee 2K]

classical guitar is great if you're not feeling tired (it's also nice to fall asleep too lol) but I also love listening to songs in different languages so I can't really sing along. Japanese pop is a great option!