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Book Synopsis: In this groundbreaking union of art and science, rocker-turned-neuroscientist Daniel J. Levitin explores the connection between music—its performance, its composition, how we listen to it, why we enjoy it—and the human brain. Taking on prominent thinkers who argue that music is nothing more than an evolutionary accident, Levitin poses that music is fundamental to our species, perhaps even more so than language.
Drawing on the latest research and on musical examples ranging from Mozart to Duke Ellington to Van Halen, he reveals:
- How composers produce some of the most pleasurable effects of listening to music by exploiting the way our brains make sense of the world
- Why we are so emotionally attached to the music we listened to as teenagers, whether it was Fleetwood Mac, U2, or Dr. Dre
- That practice, rather than talent, is the driving force behind musical expertise
- How those insidious little jingles (called earworms) get stuck in our head
A Los Angeles Times Book Award finalist, This Is Your Brain on Music will attract readers of Oliver Sacks and David Byrne, as it is an unprecedented, eye-opening investigation into an obsession at the heart of human nature.
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Are you ready to unlock the mysteries of music and the human brain? Look no further than "This Is Your Brain on Music: The Science of a Human Obsession" by Daniel J. Levitin. This groundbreaking book takes you on a journey through the connection between music and the human brain, revealing why music is so fundamental to our species. In a world where some argue that music is merely a happy accident of evolution, Levitin proves that it is so much more.
Levitin explores how music has the power to evoke emotions, create pleasure, and transport us to another world. Drawing on the latest research and using musical examples ranging from classical to rock, this book delves into the fascinating ways in which composers manipulate our brain's perception of music. Discover why certain songs from our teenage years have an everlasting emotional impact, and how practice, not innate talent, is the key to musical expertise.
But it's not just the science that makes "This Is Your Brain on Music" a must-read. Levitin's engaging and accessible writing style makes this book a joy to read for music lovers and science enthusiasts alike. Named a Los Angeles Times Book Award finalist, this eye-opening investigation into the obsession at the heart of human nature will captivate readers, whether you're a fan of Oliver Sacks or David Byrne.
Unlock the secrets of music and the human brain today with "This Is Your Brain on Music: The Science of a Human Obsession." Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to delve into the fascinating world of music and gain a deeper understanding of what makes us human. Get your copy now and embark on a journey like no other!
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