Abstract
Because emotions enhance memory processes and music evokes strong emotions, music could be involved in forming memories, either about pieces of music or about episodes and information associated with particular music. A recent study in BMC Neuroscience has given new insights into the role of emotion in musical memory.
Highlights
Musical sounds, like all auditory signals, unfold over time
Because emotions enhance memory processes and music evokes strong emotions, music could be involved in forming memories, either about pieces of music or about episodes and information associated with particular music
Several papers [1,2,3,4,5] have looked at the role of music in memory formation and recall of autobiographical and episodic information, and a recent paper in BMC Neuroscience in particular gives new insights into the role of emotion in musical memory [6]
Summary
Absolute memory for musical pitch: evidence from the production of learned melodies. 3. Peynircioglu ZF, Tekcan AI, Wagner JL, Baxter TL, Shaffer SD: Name or hum that tune: feeling of knowing for music.
Sign-in/Register to view highlights & summary Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a call
