It's #internationaljazzday!
Here are some #jazz facts: According to research, jazz improves your verbal ability, focus, memory and mood. It also increases productivity & boosts creativity because it activates theta brain waves. It also promotes relaxation by increasing alpha waves. It has even been found to lessen depression symptoms. Jazz musicians improvising with other musicians show robust activation in the same brain areas traditionally associated with spoken language.
Here's a video of Herbie Hancock, the famous musician and jazz pianist, and UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador, talking about the inspiration behind it from 2015.