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Series 2 - How Music Works

Why do certain chords make us feel happy or sad?

Duration: 57 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio UlsterLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio Foyle

Why do certain chords make us feel happy or sad? How do algorithms playlist our favourite tunes? And can music really improve our health? Musician and science communicator Emer Maguire makes notes and looks for answers. Show less

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