On Valentine's Day, the Portland Chamber Orchestra hosted Every Brain Needs (Love) Music, featuring a blend of concert and lecture. Neuroscientist Larry Sherman presented insights into how our brains interact with music, enriched by live performances. Despite snowy weather, the engaged audience enjoyed interactive elements, including a pop quiz. Sherman, alongside retired professor Dennis Plies, authored the book Every Brain Needs Music, which makes neuroscience accessible through entertaining facts and visuals. The event underscored the profound connection between music, love, and brain function, making it a memorable experience for attendees.
To open the concert, Sherman displayed his considerable keyboard skills while a number of witty and thought-provoking quotes from the likes of Beethoven, Ray Charles, Chris de Burgh…
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