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The neuroscientist explains how music, emotion and memory shape our identities -- and why he has donned a Stratocaster to keep the brain rollin' all night long.
  • Quality of the music isn't the point

    Everybody ought to be able to make music just for the pleasure of it, without worrying about whether it meets some arbitrary standard of professionalism. Making music in groups is an instant bond, which is one of the reasons we sing in church. We need more non-recorded music in our daily lives, and I'll applaud anything that furthers that goal.

    Fascinating article. I've been feeling sour about Salon lately, but this piece was great. Thanks.