Bibliograph

The science and psychology of music, from Beethoven at the office to Beyoncé at the gym, William Forde Thompson and Kirk N. Olsen, editors

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The science and psychology of music, from Beethoven at the office to Beyoncé at the gym, William Forde Thompson and Kirk N. Olsen, editors

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eng

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Includes bibliographical references and index

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illustrations

Index

index present

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non fiction

Main title

The science and psychology of music

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bibliography

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1142894042

Responsibility statement

William Forde Thompson and Kirk N. Olsen, editors

Sub title

from Beethoven at the office to Beyoncé at the gym

Summary

"This book provides a broad introduction to the scientific and psychological study of music, exploring how music is processed by our brains, affects us emotionally, shapes our personal and cultural identities, and can be used in therapeutic and educational contexts"--, Provided by publisher

Table Of Contents

Part 1. Understanding music. What is music? ; Music across cultures ; Musical expertise ; Musical prodigies and savants ; Music and the brain -- Part 2. Psychological and social implications of music. Music and identity ; Music and personality ; Music and ritual ; Music and belief ; Music and social bonding -- Part 3. Impact and applications of music. Music and emotion ; Music and memory ; Music and movement ; Music and health ; Music education

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