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Susan Cain on Bittersweet and the Happiness of Melancholy

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Melancholy and Transcendence in Music

This chapter explores the complex interplay between minor key music and human emotions, revealing how sorrowful melodies can elicit joy and a deeper connection to beauty. Through personal stories and research, it examines the emotional resonance of melancholy in music and its power to evoke longing and transcendence.

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