The Science and Psychology of Music: From Beethoven at the Office to Beyonc?? at the Gym

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. * Explores a topic that is of great interest to both psychology students and the general public through accessible and engaging content * Provides a conceptual framework for readers and through a multi-part format allows them to focus their attention on their particular areas of interest * Furthers readers' understanding of how music can affect our wellbeing as it includes both our physical and psychological health * Reflects the subject knowledge of contributing experts in a wide variety of academic disciplines

• | Author: William Forde Thompson|Kirk N. Olsen
• | Publisher: Greenwood Publishing Group
• | Publication Date: January 31, 2021
• | Number of Pages: 327 pages
• | Language: English
• | Binding: Hardcover
• | ISBN-10: 1440857717
• | ISBN-13: 9781440857713