Uploaded July 2018 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
This talk was recorded at Binary Festival in Liverpool earlier this year.
Ever wondered why some people are musical prodigies, while others can hardly sing in tune or have two left feet? Can we use music as medicine, or is there a perfect formula for a song? Where did music come from, and does it have an evolutionary purpose? More importantly, are musicians sexier than normal humans?! Join Emer Maguire as she explores The Mystery of Music (According to Science)
This talk was recorded at Binary Festival in Liverpool earlier this year.
Ever wondered why some people are musical prodigies, while others can hardly sing in tune or have two left feet? Can we use music as medicine, or is there a perfect formula for a song? Where did music come from, and does it have an evolutionary purpose? More importantly, are musicians sexier than normal humans?! Join Emer Maguire as she explores The Mystery of Music (According to Science)

