Talk: music and our emotions
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.
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Highlights
- 1 hour 15 minutes
- In person
Location
The Ann Owens Centre - Age UK Barnet
Oak Lane
London N2 8LT
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