Reaction to novelty seems to be a built in feature of the central nervous system. Rhythm is an organizer Rhythm alone makes possible the temporal order of music. Most people will disregard music to which they cannot keep a beat. If rhythmic order cannot be established then melody and harmony lose their potency. Much of music involves dancing.
Dance involves a unity of purpose and activity.
Rhythm is an energizer Stimulative rhythms are detached,percussive and vary in their patterns. Sedative music is legato and nonpercussive. Generally rhythmical performances garner greater applause. Musical expression and experience are determined by the culture Music is shaped by culture, but in turn influences that culture of which it is a part. Music is a unique phenomena which exists only in terms of social interaction.