A Study of influence of Music on Mood in Relation to Personality

Abstract

The aim of the study was to investigate the effect of different types of music on mood and the relation between music, personality and mood. A sample of 204 participants of age range 18- 30 yrs took part in the study which was conducted online. Results showed that neuroticism is positively associated with negative affect whereas openness, conscientiousness and extraversion are positively related to positive affect. Further openness was found to be associated with classical music preference. Extraversion and electronic music preference were found to be related. And significant difference between pre and post-tests of mood was reported.