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Science of Sound

Science of Sound

Music educator and pro musician Marty Schwartz talks with experts about the science of how music affects our emotions, brains, and bodies.
Documentary, Science

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Record to watch 6 episodes in the next two weeks

    Power of Nostalgia
    Imagination Soundtrack
    Live Music Vibes
    Untrained Ears
    Developing Our Taste in Music

  • Marty Music sits down with Dr. Carole Scherling, a neuroscientist from Belmont University, to talk all about sticky lyrics and the science behind why some catchy tunes get stuck in audience's heads.
  • Power of Nostalgia

    Music has the power to transport us back in time; Marty Music sits down with Nicole Richard, a neurologic music therapist, and professor from Belmont University to talk about how music affects our brains and stirs up memories.
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  • Imagination Soundtrack

    Marty Music sits down with Nicole Richard, a neurologic music therapist, and professor from Belmont University to dive into how music makes us move.
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  • Live Music Vibes

    It's easy to love live music; whether jamming with some friends or lost in the crowd at an amazing show, live music really moves; looking into why it feels better than listening to music on even the best home stereo.
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  • Untrained Ears

    Exploring how musicians experience music differently than others, and if recognizing chords or melodies is the only distinction.
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  • Developing Our Taste in Music

    In the era of music streaming, there are millions of songs at our fingertips; but in a world of near infinite music choices, music discovery and exposure have changed drastically.
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Music educator and pro musician Marty Schwartz talks with experts about the science of how music affects our emotions, brains, and bodies.

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