Music and the Brain
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Aniruddh D. Patel
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Music is an integral part of humanity. Every culture has music, from the largest society to the smallest tribe. Its marvelous range of melodies, themes, and rhythms taps in to something universal. Babies are soothed by it. Young adults dance for hours to it. Older adults can relive their youth with the vivid memories it evokes. Music is part of our most important rituals, and it has been the medium of some of our greatest works of art.
Yet even though music is intimately woven into the fabric of our lives, it remains deeply puzzling, provoking questions such as: How and why did musical behavior originate? What gives mere tones such a powerful effect on our emotions? Are we born with our sense of music, or do we acquire it?
In the last 20 years, researchers have come closer to solving these riddles thanks to cognitive neuroscience, which integrates the study of human mental processes with the study of the brain. This exciting field has not only helped us address age-old questions about music; it also allows us to ask new ones, like: Do the brains of musicians differ from nonmusicians? Can musical training promote cognitive development? Is there a deep connection between music and language?
Join neuroscientist and professor of psychology Dr. Aniruddh Patel to probe one of the mind's most profound mysteries. Covering the latest research findings - from the origins of music's emotional powers to the deficits involved in amusia, or the inability to hear music - these 18 enthralling lectures will make you think about music and your brain in a new way.
Designed for music lovers and brain enthusiasts at all levels, Music and the Brain is truly interdisciplinary and assumes no prior background in neuroscience or music theory. Here is your unrivaled explanation of this marvelous gift.
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- critical friend
- 14-08-18
Need two devices or set-up to see as well as hear
The topic is fascinating and the lecturer is knowledgeable, citing his own research several times. The audio is better than just reading as music is an integral and necessary part of the experience.
So too, sadly is visual input because the lecturer refers several times to graphics and notation which you cannot access and integrate if driving or without ability to stop and look as well as listen.
The theses are developed from comparison of human musicality with other animals and its evolutionary advantage through brain or genetic defects that affect the ability to perceive music to possible practical applications underpinning brain plasticity.
Both those with science or arts backgrounds can benefit from the lessons and it is of particular relevance to educators, especially in the timing and inclusion of music instrumental playing as opposed to passive consumption. Because of the language/music links some of the ideas and techniques could be used in those with language or sequencing difficulties. The effect of culture and biology is also explored..
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- Alison
- 05-12-15
Very engaging
If you could sum up Music and the Brain in three words, what would they be?
Intelligent, researched, flowing
What was one of the most memorable moments of Music and the Brain?
I was particularly engaged by the lecture concerning music & its effects on Alzheimer's & Parkinson's diseases. It is a line of research worth continuing.
Have you listened to any of Professor Aniruddh D. Patel’s other performances? How does this one compare?
No, but I particularly enjoyed his enthusiasm for the topic and the fact that he explained quite complex theories about neurological pathways in a way that a complete novice (me) can understand and appreciate.
Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
Probably not, it dealt with a lot of things that need digestion & reflection.
Any additional comments?
I not only love listening to music of all kinds, but now understand why it affects me on such an emotional level. Even now know why I get goosebumps!!!!
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- Shu
- 23-02-21
Fascinating topic
Fascinating topic, brilliant research, well delivered - I really enjoyed this Great Course. Thank you
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- Sharon jeffrey
- 12-04-16
interesting
hard to understand at times but some interesting view points and study with in the lectures.
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- MRS P L Bowler
- 14-08-16
Fantastic and thorough
If you could sum up Music and the Brain in three words, what would they be?
Thorough, interesting, accurate
What other book might you compare Music and the Brain to, and why?
It goes along with Pinker, and all credible authors and academics who have explored the function of music in relation to human development
Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
No, the bite size 30 minute lectures are perfect as time is needed to mull over the ideas and concepts taught
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- S
- 16-05-21
Spellbinding!
Fascinating, thought-provoking, at a pace that's leisurely and allows concurrent rumination. Would appreciate an update.
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- Jan W. H. Schnupp
- 26-11-15
Clear intro to the neuroscience of music
Another reviewer described this audiobook as "passionless". To me that criticisms seems rather unfair, a bit like describing a nice juicy watermelon as not tasting meaty enough. I can imagine that if you turn to this audiobook looking for gripping musical entertainment then you might perhaps be a bit disappointed, but I don't think that is what the author was aiming to provide. If you are after a beautifully clear, accessible and quite comprehensive overview of the state of the art of brain research relating to music perception, then this among the best introductions you are likely to find. There are a number of other popular science titles relating to music on the market, e.g. Oliver Sacks' "musicophilia" or Levitin's "this is your brain on music", which might, for some, score higher on entertainment value, but the material covered in those books is very anecdotal and light-weight in comparison. Prof Patel's course, in contrast, is throughout firmly grounded in proper, quantitative and peer reviewed scientific research. If you want proper science, then this is the good stuff.
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- The Mighty Pigeon
- 02-04-18
Fantastic Audiobook
Bit slow at first, then it gets significantly deeper and better. The slowness I've perceived may be due to my education level and musical background, and I can see why this slowness may be necessary for the most listeners.
All in all, great stuff.
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- Arran B.
- 10-03-21
Fascinating insight into the brain and music
Really interesting book, packed full of science based tests and findings. It helps if you have a basic musical knowledge but it is explained clearly with examples and facts.
Well worth a listen
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