The relationship between music and body movement has been investigated from different perspectives. In the emerging field of crossmodal correspondences (Spence - Parise 2012), known for elucidating the different mechanisms of interaction and combination between sensory modalities, this topic has recently gained prominence. However, some aspects of this relationship remain relatively unexplored, such as how this...
based on their scope, objectives, and publicity) and the analysis of institutional archives and Portuguese academic journals. Of the 884 articles and editorials published in Revista Portuguesa de Educação Musical, only 15 are about CM, of which 12 were published after 2008. This proportion is similar to the number of master's theses (16), and doctoral theses (4) completed in Portuguese universities, the oldest ...
The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly altered consumer habits, particularly in relation to food choices. In this context, plant-based diets have gained prominence, driven by health, environmental, and ethical considerations. This study investigates the primary motivational and inhibitory factors influencing the consumption of plant-based foods among residents of the Galicia–Northern Portugal Euroregion.
Research has shown that participation in preschool music classes influences the development of phonological awareness (Degé et al., 2011; Vidal et al., 2020). Studies generally have a longitudinal design, and the selection of materials and methods varies widely. This article analyses repertoire selection as part of an investigation into this field of study, which included an 18-session intervention carried out ...
IntroductionCurrently, there are various strategies offered to women for pain relief and comfort promotion, aiming to provide them with a positive childbirth experience.1 These strategies are equally recommended by the World Health Organization, always respecting the woman's preferences.2 Hypnobirthing is one of these strategies, however, it is still little known and used, making it especially important to unde...
Background: Post-COVID condition encompasses a spectrum of persistent or emerging symptoms affecting multiple organ systems, including a heightened risk of cardiovascular complications. Despite growing recognition of this phenomenon, there remains a lack of comprehensive data regarding the incidence and risk factors associated with cardiovascular events during the post-acute phase in patients previously hospita...
Internationalisation has become essential for higher education institutions (HEIs), driven by global collaboration demands. Blended Intensive Programmes (BIPs), Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL), and other European University initiatives (EUIs) offer new international opportunities. The Polytechnic University of Viseu (IPV) in Inner Portugal is embracing this trend. This study explores the pote...
The year 2025 marked the thirtieth anniversary of Edwin E. Gordon's (1927–2015) first visit to Portugal. Between 1995 and 2008, the educator, professor, and researcher was a prominent figure at the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation in Lisbon and at other locations across the country. His research stands out for its unique contribution to the study of musical aptitudes, audiation, music learning theory, tonal and r...
Research on children’s singing development is extensive. Different ages, approaches, and variables have been taken into consideration. However, research on singing with text or a neutral syllable is scarce, and findings are inconclusive. This study investigated the influence of singing with text and a neutral syllable on children’s vocal performance. Children aged 4 to 9 (n = 135) participated in two periods of...
This article examines training itineraries for early childhood education professionals in Portugal, focusing on promoting social and human development through music and the arts for infants. The training models discussed are categorized as short-term and long-term, encompassing both theory and practice through a transdisciplinary approach. Based on initiatives promoted by the Companhia de Música Teatral (CMT) a...