Tag: neuroscience

I had just finished a familiar tune—a gentle piece from the early 20th century. One of the residents, a woman I’ll call Mary, was sitting nearby listening. I knew Mary’s story: she had been experiencing severe memory loss for several years, often unable to recall the simplest details about her day. In fact, just before …

Read more “The Ripped Dress — Story #1”

For as long as I’ve been able to know, I’ve played the piano. Year after year, I’ve practiced and performed, yet nothing would beat the feeling of warmth and satisfaction that I first felt two years ago today.  I was an up and coming freshman, wiling away hours playing and listening to music. That wasn’t …

Read more “Music and Memory – The Beginning of my Journey”