Explore the haunting melodies of music throughout history, including the tragic tale of Annie Marshall's ghostly violin music, the mysterious Hungarian Suicide Song, the controversy surrounding Benjamin Franklin's glass Armonica, and the cursed trumpets of King Tutankhamen's tomb.
Music has the power to evoke strong emotions, serve as a source of healing, and forge connections between sound, emotion, and the human experience.
Certain songs have the ability to amplify negative emotions, trigger memories, and transport us to different moments in our lives.
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Lore Legends: The connection between music and emotions
Music serves as emotional expression, capable of conveying feelings that are often difficult to put into words. It can be both a solitary and communal experience, evoking happiness, helping us grieve, and providing solace. Music can also transport us to different moments in our lives and even influence our emotions. While it can be a source of healing and distraction, certain songs may amplify negative emotions and trigger memories. From the story of Annie, a prodigious violin player who inspired a haunting legend, to the Hungarian Suicide Song, and the fascinating history of the glass Armonica, music has the power to evoke strong responses and forge connections between sound, emotion, and the human experience.
Judging by music’s ability to connect with us on multiple levels, it’s no wonder that history is filled with legends about how that connection could go very wrong. Let’s explore some of those dark melodies together.
Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Harry Marks and research by GennaRose Nethercott.