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Why do deep voices turn me on?

Research confirms that deep voices give men an aura of power and sexual allure. Men with low, resonant voices are more likely to be perceived as attractive, masculine, respectable, and dominant.

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For many people, Barry White crooning in his thick, honey voice how he “Can’t Get Enough of Your Love, Babe,” is the ultimate sound of desire and sexual attraction. American television host David Letterman once asked the singer to read a list of mundane words, including “gingivitis” and “gubernatorial,” to prove they would sound romantic in White’s bass-baritone voice. They certainly did. Research confirms that deep voices give men an aura of power and sexual allure. Men with low, resonant voices are more likely to be perceived as attractive, masculine, respectable, and dominant. “Judgments of anything that contributes to success in competition—age, size, muscle mass, confidence, leadership—they are all strongly affected by voice pitch,” says Carolyn Hodges-Simeon, an anthropologist at Boston University. This preference for virile voices extends beyond cisgender, heterosexual, industrialized contexts. One study found that single homosexual men rate low-pitched voices as more attractive. In another study of trans men undergoing testosterone therapy, vocal masculinization was found to be the most important trait participants wished to change. Achieving a deep voice is also associated with greater well-being in trans men. Among Hadza hunter-gatherers in Northern Tanzania, women perceive men with lower voices to be better hunters, and such men father more children, possibly because they are considered more attractive and high status.

Given the widespread fondness for baritones and basses across various sexual identities and cultures, it seems likely that there is an evolutionary reason behind this preference and that vocal pitch may have been an important element in how humans selected mates for millennia. But why would that be?

For years, anthropologists have been trying to discover if male vocal parameters evolved as reliable signals of bodily condition, be it robust immune systems, reproductive fitness, or brawny physiques. Are men who sound like Barry White really more likely to fend off attackers and sire healthier children than men with tenor tones like Justin Timberlake?

In the last two years, a spate of anthropological studies suggests that deep voices really are honest indicators of many stereotypical traits, from handgrip strength to fighting prowess. However, there are contradictions hidden in vocal tones—and not everyone is convinced that vocal pitch speaks volumes about men’s vigor.

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What age should you start harp?

Children should be able to sit attentively, follow directions and have an attention span of at least 30 minutes. This will vary with individuals, but generally 7 years old is a good age to start learning the harp.

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Do students need a musical background before starting lessons?

No prior musical knowledge is required. Ms. Bryant can work with students at any level – from very beginner who has no knowledge of music, to advanced students.

Can Homeschool students receive credit for lessons?

Yes. It satisfies an arts credit in homeschool programs.

What is the fee for lessons?

$24.00 for a half hour lesson, and $48.00 for an hour lesson.

Where can I get a beginner instrument?

Ms. Bryant offers inexpensive student instruments to rent or rent-to-own. These beginner instruments have either 22 or 29 strings, and provide a low-risk way for students to decide if they want to continue to develop their skills, purchasing better-quality instruments as they progress.

What are some benefits of learning to play the harp?

Students gain a sense of self-esteem, have increased coordination and learn discipline. By gaining a musical foundation, they have a comprehension of rhythm and understand music signs, symbols and notation, allowing them to transfer this skill to other instruments if desired.

Am I too old to start lessons?

You’re never too old to learn! Music transcends age. Ms. Bryant has students from all age groups: young children, teens, and adults.

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Both daytime and evening lessons are offered in Ms. Bryant’s studio located in Carroll County, Maryland

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