music
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Image of World's Oldest Sound Recording FoundA sound media historian at Indiana University brings new meaning to vintage vinyl.
By Nic Halverson Published
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Elvis Presley Song May Reveal Clues to Genetic DisorderListening to this Elvis song may elicit a strong hormonal response in people with Williams syndrome.
By Live Science Staff Published
genetics -
Music Rocks with Cries from WildernessCharacteristics in music similar to animal cries appear to excite human listeners.
By Wynne Parry Published
psychology -
Making Music Proves to Be Powerful AntidepressantMusical improvisation can improve depression.
By Stephanie Pappas Published
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Mozart's Death Was Written in the Key of (Vitamin) DA new theory explaining the death of the famous composer Mozart suggests that a lack of sunlight, and resulting vitamin D deficiency, could have contributed to his death.
By Jennifer Welsh Published
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The Science of MusicWhat is music? Researchers explore the answer to this question from a variety of angles.
By Kim Clark Published
neuroscience -
Earbud 'Listener Fatigue' SolvedMusicians and audio engineers have developed a theory for why listener fatigue happens when using in-ear headphones or earbuds.
By Natalie Wolchover Published
electronics -
Song Lyrics Suggest Narcissism Is On the RiseMultiple psychology studies show that the new generation of young people is more narcissistic than ever.
By Natalie Wolchover Published
psychology -
Childhood Music Lessons Keep Aging Brain in TuneLearning an instrument as a kid could protect against age-related mental decline.
By Stephanie Pappas Published
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