The Neuroscience of Music and Emotion

This course explores the mystery of music and emotion. Learn how melodies and rhythms can wordlessly “speak,” and why we are willing to listen. See how musical taste forms and learn why it is so personal. We first examine music-induced emotions in the tight bond between auditory and motor systems: the link that makes song and dance such perfect partners. Then we include the reward system to build a triangle of neural connectivity, giving each music lover their own unique “listener profile” of musical enjoyment. Upon completion of this course, you will understand how music gives rise to emotion…