Coral reefs are essential to ocean ecosystems, providing food and homes to all sorts of organisms. Learning as much as possible about these living creatures is important to protect all the life in the vast seas. A team from the University of Exeter is doing just that, creating … [Read more...] about AI exposes coral reefs “singing”
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There are special regions for singing in the brain
Music is a magical thing. There are many proven benefits to the power of music, from its synchronizing power to create bonds with the people around you, to allowing autistic children to communicate their emotions, and even easing menopause. What's going on in our heads when we … [Read more...] about There are special regions for singing in the brain
How singing improves your mental health (regardless of whether you’re in key)
Singing can be an intimidating experience, especially for those who don’t consider themselves very good singers, however, many won’t deny that when they do let loose and belt out a catchy song in the privacy of their car or shower, they feel a delicious release. While feeling … [Read more...] about How singing improves your mental health (regardless of whether you’re in key)
Online choirs thrive amid lockdown as uplifting community connections
Lockdown may have brought concerts and choir practice to a standstill, but in the face of isolation and adversity, people are turning to the power of song more than ever and virtual choirs are flourishing online. In the UK, for instance, more than 1,000 NHS staff members from … [Read more...] about Online choirs thrive amid lockdown as uplifting community connections
New in the Netherlands: the singing bike path
Three quarters of the Dutch sing while riding their bikes. In Amsterdam singing is now officially allowed on two bicycle paths. No more awkward pauses in cyclist’s songs because they’re passing one another! As a daily cyclist and former amateur singer this news makes me very … [Read more...] about New in the Netherlands: the singing bike path