Why do we love music? Is music essential to human life? Do animals love music? Does it have a biological function?
This week Professor Luke O'Neill explores the science of music and delves into everything from The Simpsons theme tune, why music helps during surgery, the health benefits of choirs and, of course, Elephant orchestras.
Join Professor Luke O'Neill on ‘Show Me the Science’ as he tackles a different issue each week; from the serious to the silly, all explained through science. This Newstalk production will open the world of science to people of all ages. New episodes every Thursday.
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