

Science of Sound
2022 · CuriosityStream · 14 min · 1 season
S01E06 · Developing Our Taste in Music
Tue, 18 Oct, 3:00 am
In the era of music streaming, there are millions of songs at our fingertips. But in a world of near infinite music choices, music discovery and exposure have changed drastically.
About
Music educator and pro musician Marty Schwartz talks with experts about the science of how music affects our emotions, brains, and bodies.
Episodes
- E01
Sticky Lyrics
Tue, 9 Aug· 17 minHave you ever gotten a song stuck in your head? Marty Music sat down with Dr. Carole Scherling, a neuroscientist from Belmont University, to talk all about sticky lyrics and the science behind why some catchy tunes get stuck in our heads.
- E02
Power of Nostalgia
Tue, 23 Aug· 16 minMusic has the power to transport us back in time. Marty Music sat down with Nicole Richard, a neurologic music therapist, and professor from Belmont University to talk about how music affects our brains and stirs up memories.
- E03
Imagination Soundtrack
Tue, 6 Sept· 17 minProfessional athletes use music to get psyched up for a big game. But why does music have the power to inspire, motivate, and make us cry? Marty Music sat down with Nicole Richard, a neurologic music therapist, and professor from Belmont University to dive into how music makes us move.
- E04
Live Music Vibes
Tue, 20 Sept· 11 minIt's easy to love live music. Whether you're jamming with some friends or you're lost in the crowd at an amazing show, live music really moves us. But why does it feel so much better than listening to music on the best home stereo?
- E05
Untrained Ears
Tue, 4 Oct· 11 minIt's no surprise that trained musicians experience music differently than others. Sure, musicians can hear and recognize similar chords or melodies across different songs, but is that all?
- E06
Developing Our Taste in Music
Tue, 18 Oct· 12 minIn the era of music streaming, there are millions of songs at our fingertips. But in a world of near infinite music choices, music discovery and exposure have changed drastically.
Cast

Marty Schwartz
Marty Schwartz