Great techno music for crunching numbers

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the impact of music, particularly techno, on enhancing focus and motivation while doing math homework. Participants share their personal experiences and song recommendations that they find helpful for studying.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses that upbeat, repetitive techno music helps them feel energized while doing math homework, specifically mentioning "Such Great Heights" by The Postal Service.
  • Another participant suggests downloading mixes by Derrick May as a source of techno music.
  • A link to a Derrick May mix is shared, indicating a specific resource for techno music.
  • A participant relates to the original poster's experience by sharing a personal connection to a different song, linking it to the feeling of motivation while studying.
  • One participant compares the motivational effect of music for math to that of music for exercise, suggesting that certain songs can enhance performance in both areas.
  • Several songs and artists are recommended, including tracks by MSI, Skinny Puppy, and Owl City, with the caveat that catchy dance songs work best when the listener is already proficient in the math subject.
  • Another participant mentions "Fallen" by Delirium and "Manic Star" by Conjure One as songs that evoke a similar feeling.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the idea that music can enhance focus and motivation while studying, but there is no consensus on specific songs or artists that work for everyone, indicating a variety of personal preferences.

Contextual Notes

Participants express subjective experiences with music, which may depend on individual tastes and the specific math topics being studied. There is no resolution on which songs are universally effective.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals looking for music recommendations to enhance their study sessions, particularly in math or similar subjects, may find this discussion helpful.

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Okay, lately I find that listening to something upbeat, techno-y, kind of repetitive, and fast paced has really helped me do my math homework.

Lately the song: such great heights- the version by the postal service has been on repeat its practically my perfect companion for math lol.. I feel a small high when I can "catch up" to fast beat of the tune if you know what I mean.

So, do you guys have any kind of music that helps you do math/or any homework for that matter? Preferably techno songs as said title. :)

But any music will do just please recommend some!
 
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download Derrick May's mixes off the internet.
 
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I suppose its a similar feeling to how certain music helps you feel motivated to exercise, except this is with math.

SOME MSI songs did help me aswell: sweetheart, Straight to video, mastermind.

oh and .. a flash in the night by the secret service.. :-/

Skinny Puppy- protest.

and Owl City.

Only the really catchy "dance" ones work when I'm already moderately good at that particular math subject, it depends.

Thanks guys I will be sure to check it out.
 
That song: fallen by delirium, reminds me of manic star by conjure one.
 

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