The evolution of music consumption, from live performance to recorded playback through technologies like the gramophone and streaming, has led to a significant decline in amateur music creation. Despite most people having the capacity to learn and enjoy music, many now consider themselves non-musical. This trend undermines the foundational role of music in human culture and neurological development, where music likely preceded speech. Meanwhile, the rise of professional music makers has created a divided landscape, emphasizing talent and commercial success over personal musical expression.

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