This brilliant little book is clear lucid and easy to read. It is packed with fascinating
information that I didn't know... I shall give it to lots of friends. -Jonathan Lynn comedy
legendA fascinating field guide from neuroscientist and opera singer Indre Viskontas that
investigates what music is and how it can change us for the better-from deep in our neurons to
across our entire society. Learn how certain songs carry us through a tough workout comfort us
after a breakup or unite 50 000 diverse fans. A vibrant and smart gift for any
audiophile-hip-hop fans classically trained pianists or vinyl collectors-readers will think
about their favorite songs in a whole new way by the end of this book.- Find out how your mind
transforms sounds into human experiences- Discover how music connects us heals us and changes
us for the better - Learn from renowned musicians neuroscientists and authorsIndre Viskontas
combining her deep knowledge of neuroscience and music has lifted the veil on the mysterious
effects of music to move us showing us not only how the human brain creates the magical
patterns of music but also why music has the power to affect us like no other form of
communication. An extremely important and inspiring book. -Robert Greene best-selling author
of The 48 Laws of PowerReaders of How Poetry Can Change Your Heartor The Psychology of Music
will love this book- Music lovers and audiophiles- Musicians - Anyone interested in
neuroscience
