Psychology

Love songs and serenades: a theoretical review of music and romantic relationships

J. S. Bamford, J. Vigl, et al.

Dive into the intriguing ways music shapes romantic relationships! This theoretical review by Joshua S. Bamford, Julia Vigl, Matias Hämäläinen, and Suvi Helinä Saarikallio explores how music influences mate choice and enhances bonding through distinct functions. Discover how music enhances the components of love across different stages of relationships.

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Abstract

This theoretical review explores the role of music in romantic relationships, examining its influence on mate choice and social bonding. It proposes two distinct musical functions: music for attraction (virtuosic displays of fitness) and music for connection (facilitating synchrony and intimacy). A model is presented outlining how music enhances the components of love (passion, intimacy, commitment) across relationship stages (attraction, formation, maintenance). The review synthesizes existing literature and suggests avenues for future empirical research.

Publisher

Frontiers in Psychology

Published On

Feb 27, 2024

Authors

Joshua S. Bamford, Julia Vigl, Matias Hämäläinen, Suvi Helinä Saarikallio

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