Study tracks auditory and spontaneous movement responses to music in infants' first year

Researchers investigated infants' reactions to music during their first year of life. The study measured both auditory responses and spontaneous movements. Data were collected across the entire postnatal year. Findings reveal patterns in how newborns process musical stimuli. The work adds to understanding of early sensory development. Results may inform approaches to early childhood enrichment. The study was published in eLife. Further research could explore long‑term impacts of early musical exposure.