Talk: music and our emotions

Talk: music and our emotions

The Ann Owens Centre - Age UK BarnetLondon, England
Wednesday, Jan 28, 2026 from 6:45 pm to 8 pm GMT
Overview

From spine tingling shivers to to the comfort of sad songs, discover why music moves us

Why does music give us goosebumps? Why can sad songs make us feel better? And why do some people simply not enjoy music at all?

In this fascinating talk, Professor Catherine Loveday will explore the deep connection between music and our emotions. Drawing on psychology and neuroscience, she’ll reveal how music affects the brain, why it can stir such powerful feelings, and what this tells us about human connection and wellbeing.

Free entry but donations welcome.

Open to all.

From spine tingling shivers to to the comfort of sad songs, discover why music moves us

Why does music give us goosebumps? Why can sad songs make us feel better? And why do some people simply not enjoy music at all?

In this fascinating talk, Professor Catherine Loveday will explore the deep connection between music and our emotions. Drawing on psychology and neuroscience, she’ll reveal how music affects the brain, why it can stir such powerful feelings, and what this tells us about human connection and wellbeing.

Free entry but donations welcome.

Open to all.

Good to know

Highlights

  • 1 hour 15 minutes
  • In person

Location

The Ann Owens Centre - Age UK Barnet

Oak Lane

London N2 8LT

How do you want to get there?

Map
Organized by
Age UK Barnet
Followers--
Events87
Hosting3 years
Report this event