The BEATS Dataset: Towards Understanding Music-Physiology Dynamics in Real-World Scenarios

원문 초록

We introduce the BEATS dataset, a robust compilation of psycho-physiological data collected in the wild from 30 participants while they listened to curated playlists intended to promote well-being. An acronym for Biomarkers, Experience and Affect from Therapeutic Soundscapes, the BEATS dataset aims to support research on wellbeing, music psychology, affective computing and signal processing. More specifically, this dataset includes: (1) sensor data collected during music listening sessions using a research-grade wearable device in free-movement environments; (2) music listening activity records, stimulus metadata, acoustic features, and self-reports associated with the listening sessions (3) individual characteristics, such as demographics, music preference, musical skills, and personality traits; and (4) self-reported psychological measures before and after their experimental participation spanning for a number of weeks. By situating data collection outside of lab settings, the BEATS dataset offers the opportunity to study real-world music-listening scenarios, allowing for a richer exploration of the physiological, subjective and therapeutic effects of music under real-world conditions.