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Music and Brain Health

From soft jazz to hard rock — discover music’s mental,
social and physical benefits.

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Learning Music After Age 50

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The Power of Music to Heal

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Dancing May Be Good for Your Brain

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The Art of Truly Listening

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In Tune

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Group Singing Strikes the Right Note

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