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Music at MRT stations to soothe commuters
Rail operator SMRT plans to play music at more stations in quest to improve commuter experience
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Rush hour at Ang Mo Kio MRT Station. As part of the SMRT initiative, music has usually played near gantries where commuters enter and exit. Instrumental piped music can help counter negative emotions experienced during stressful situations while commuting.
ST PHOTO: KUA CHEE SIONG
Yuen Sin
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If some MRT commuters found themselves feeling less frazzled during the rush hour at Dhoby Ghaut station in recent weeks, there is an explanation for their calmer mood.
Rail operator SMRT is hoping to send commuters to work or home after a long day in better spirits.
