Although musical perception is universal, musical training alters the perception of music. Read More
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Researchers explore the psychology behind why older adults seem more averse to new popular music. Read More
Your musical preference may reveal a lot about your personality traits and political orientation, and vice versa. Read More
How people interpret musical notes depends on the type of music they are culturally accustomed to. Read More
When people listen to music, the neural tracking of the frontal lobe lags behind the temporal lobe, but during music recall, the frontal lobe precedes that of the temporal lobe. The findings demonstrate bottom-up and top-down processes in the cerebral cortex during music listening and recall. The study provides important insights into how the human brain processes music. Read More
The record-breaking single 'Old Town Road' is a little bit country, a little bit rock 'n roll, according to an artificial intelligence tool. The deep learning technology also provides a broader understanding of how we perceive and process music. Read More
The average American can assess mathematical arguments for beauty just as they can for art or music. Using nine criteria for beauty, including elegance, intricacy, and universality, people were more likely to agree about the specific ways four different proofs were beautiful. The study sheds new light on broader issues in how and why humans have aesthetic experiences of abstract ideas. Read More
Participating in musical and dance activities improve the quality of life for older adults with dementia after just six sessions. Read More
Heavy metal music may have a bad reputation, but a new study reveals the music has positive mental health benefits for its fans. Read More
While freedom songs were key for providing motivation and comfort during the Civil Rights movement, a new study reports such songs could have helped empower Black women to lead others when formal leadership positions were unavailable. Read More
Hyperscanning reveals the brains of patients and musicians sync during music therapy. Read More
Study shows listening to calming music before surgery has similar effects as midazolam in reducing anxiety before regional anesthesia is given. Read More
