Strange but true: As far as your body is concerned, all great music is the equivalent of a horror film. “Takes my breath way,” “held me spellbound,” “gave me goosebumps”—these are the physical reactions we crave in music. These reactions are also literally our physiological fear responses. How does music transform our fears into pleasure? […]
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Beethoven says, “You should be studying scores!”
Last night, my mind was slightly blown while listening to Beethoven’s “Tempest” Sonata. The piece plainly exhibited example after example of the World Building and Sleight of Hand magic I teach in the Wizarding School. It was a masterclass in how to obtain musical excellence. And here’s the best part . . . Beethoven’s music […]
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