How Music Guides the Mind

Harnessing Rhythm for Calm, Focus, and Rest

Brainwave entrainment refers to the process where external rhythmic sounds influence the brain’s internal electrical activity. This phenomenon, known as the frequency-following response (FFR), allows the brain to synchronise its oscillations with an external auditory stimulus.

Types of entrainment:

• Binaural beats: Slightly different tones delivered to each ear create a third, perceived “phantom” tone.
• Monaural beats: Frequencies combined externally and played through speakers.
• Isochronic tones: Pulses of sound turned on and off at precise intervals.