“…During musical experiences, changes are actually seen in blood flow within the brain to areas linked to our reward circuits, motivation, and even powerful emotions. So therein lies the tremendous power of music.” — Dr. Olajide Williams, Chief of Staff of the Dept of Neurology at Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons, and the founder and board chair of Hip Hop Public Health.
Click here for more from Dr. Williams in Episode 1 of WAAM’s Power of Music Series!
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