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Is Music the Language of the Universe? with Daniel Levitin
StarTalk Radio
The Neuroscience and Evolution of Music
This chapter explores the cognitive neuroscience of music and its impact on emotional and physical health, featuring insights from a noted cognitive neuroscientist. It delves into the historical significance of music, tracing its roots from ancient practices to modern scientific findings that connect music to language and memory retention. The conversation also examines the intricacies of animal vocalizations compared to human musical expression, shedding light on the communicative functions of music across species.
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