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Daniel Levitin: Music as Medicine

Clear+Vivid with Alan Alda

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The Resilience of Music in Alzheimer's

This chapter discusses how renowned singers like Tony Bennett and Glen Campbell maintain their performance despite Alzheimer's disease, highlighting music as a powerful stimulus that aids their engagement. The conversation also explores the cognitive similarities between musical and acting performances, emphasizing the structured support provided by their fellow musicians.

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