Music of the Hemispheres

@article{Tramo2001MusicOT,
  title={Music of the Hemispheres},
  author={Mark Tramo},
  journal={Science},
  year={2001},
  volume={291},
  pages={54 - 56}
}
  • M. Tramo
  • Published 5 January 2001
  • Art, Psychology
  • Science
How does the human brain perceive music? In his Perspective, Tramo takes us on a musical journey through the brain, pointing out all of the areas that are involved in the hearing and appreciation of music. 
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