A scientific case for song Humans are, in effect, hardwired to sing and dance, and we likely evolved to do so. In every known culture, evidence exists of music, singing or chanting. The oldest ...

Learning to sing is one of the most rewarding—and most attainable—musical goals you can set for yourself. After all, the instrument is built in! No purchase required. However, it’s important to make ...

(The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.) Elinor Harrison, Washington University in St. Louis (THE CONVERSATION) On the first ...

Elinor Harrison received funding from the National Institutes of Health, the National Endowment for the Arts and the Grammy Museum Foundation. She is affiliated with the International Association of ...