Fact #175260
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publishes the results of a study which claims that Christians and committed churchgoers tend to avoid "rock, heavy metal, and alternative rock," which perhaps suggests "moral aversion based on a perceived incitement to sex and violence associated with the lyrical content. Classical music is less explicit on such themes, and has also been central to some Christian liturgy." Aarons adds that, "More theologically conservative Christian groups are also much more likely to shun popular forms of music than the non-religious… Conversely, Christians and committed churchgoers lead the way for highbrow genres such as classical music and opera. Of regular church attendees, 43% regularly attended classical music concerts and operas, compared with 29% of those who never attend church."
Australian sociology lecturer Haydn Aarons, Tweet this Fact