Beyond the Personal Self  
Dr. Vincent Sebastian Dr. Vincent Sebastian

Beyond the Personal Self  

How can music be used to create connection, enhance community cohesion, and increase social health ?

In this article we explore music improvisation, and how it enables us to move beyond our personal sense of self to envision a holistic musical experience.

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The Psychology of Music: Arranging
Dr. Vincent Sebastian Dr. Vincent Sebastian

The Psychology of Music: Arranging

What is music arranging, and why is it critical to powerful music experiences?

First in a series that explores the psychology of music, this article begins by offering us an insight into music arrangements, suggesting that these underlying structures are the key to creating powerful works that create impact, emotional affect, and altered states in audiences. Based on research in ritual, cultural practices, music psychology, and cutting-edge science.

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