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The Science Behind Music Preferences - Why We Love Our Favorite Songs

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Explore the science and emotion behind your favorite songs in this engaging TEDx talk by award-winning songwriter Scarlet Keys. Discover how a mere 3 ½ minutes of arranged sound can have such a profound impact on our lives. Learn about the neuroscience underlying music theory as Keys humorously deconstructs an Adele song. Gain insights into how the right playlist can enhance your happiness, improve family dynamics, and even influence your partner's behavior. Drawing from her experience as a Berklee College of Music professor and former Warner Chappell staff songwriter, Keys shares valuable perspectives on songwriting and its effects on our daily lives.

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Why do you like your favorite songs? | Scarlet Keys | TEDxPortsmouth

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