Does classical music really help babies be smarter?
user
There isn’t a strong connection between classical music and intelligence, but there is evidence that music helps children’s brain development.
assistant
okay, i had heard that there was
user
It’s a mixed result.  The evidence is inconclusive.  I don’t think this is good for a baby.  It’s certainly not better than listening to nice peaceful music, like relaxing rainforest sounds.
assistant
Oh, you think relaxing rainforest sounds are better?
user
I think the pleasant calm sounds are good for a baby.  I think it’s not good for a baby to listen to music that is dissonant and made by adults.  If your baby really loves classical music, then of course play it.
assistant
Does classical music really help babies be smarter?
user
There isn’t a strong connection between classical music and intelligence, but there is evidence that music helps children’s brain development.
assistant
okay, i had heard that there was
user
It’s a mixed result.  The evidence is inconclusive.  I don’t think this is good for a baby.  It’s certainly not better than listening to nice peaceful music, like relaxing rainforest sounds.
assistant
Oh, you think relaxing rainforest sounds are better?
user
Yes.
assistant
Does classical music really help babies be smarter?