Music and Dance

Music and dance are great pastimes. Sims can play instruments, listen to music or try different types of dances, all of which will increase their enthusiasm for this wonderful hobby. High creativity makes it easier for Sims to gain enthusiasm in this area.

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Music and Dance is one of the hobbies in The Sims 2. Its secret lot is My Muse - Music & Dance Studio.

Activities

Activities that raise a Sims enthusiasm in Music and Dance are:

• Playing Instruments
• Listening to music or watching someone play music
• Dancing
• Read the "Music and Culture" section of the newspaper or the "... and Headphones" magazine
• Doing "Ballet Exercises" on the Ballet Barres
• Enter a Dance Contest

Unlockable Interactions

Gaining enthusiasm in this hobby can unlock these interactions:

• "Talk about Music & Dance"
• "Read Section ... Music and Culture" in Newspaper
• "Share Hobby Tips About Music & Dance" with a Sim
• "Browse Web About Music & Dance"
• "Blog about Music & Dance" on the computer
• "Instruct in Music & Dance"
• "Be in the Zone"

Titles

• Uninspired Underling
• Foot Tapper
• Rhythm Junkie
• Groove Master
• One with the Beat

Positive Results

After maxing enthusiasm in this hobby, when your Sim plays the Concert Violin, she will change into formal wear and be cheered by an invisible audience. Using the ballet barres has a similar effect.