How Music Connects Us
Music is a way to understand, from an early age, that the world — and our possibilities — are much greater than we can imagine.
In an episode of the Greater Good Science Center podcast, legendary musician David Byrne (Talking Heads) and researcher Patrick Savage explore how music helps us grasp, even as children, that the world is bigger and richer than we might think. Music can give us a sense of belonging — it can make us feel part of something we may never have considered before. It can be a form of protest, a political statement, a tribute, or a way to show respect. It can even transform sad thoughts into a celebration of life.
Music is also part of the social fabric: it brings people together, syncs emotions, and connects minds. Listening to a song together isn’t just a shared moment — it’s a real brain-to-brain connection, fueled by the release of dopamine, oxytocin, and endorphins: chemicals that “reward” us for engaging in key evolutionary behaviors like socializing and bonding. That’s why the connection we feel through music is so powerful — it’s wired into our bodies and minds.
Its value goes far beyond art — it is social, vital, and transformative. That’s why investing in music education is not a luxury — it’s a commitment to developing creative, connected individuals with the tools to transform their communities.
Listen to the full episode: How Music Connects Us – Greater Good Science Center
Turn your passion into your future
If music is your language and you’re ready to take it to a professional level, there are degree programs that can turn your passion into a career:
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UAL: BA (Hons) Sound Arts: Design
London College of Communication – 3 years in London -
UAL: BA (Hons) Music Production
London College of Communication – 3 years in London -
BIMM: BA (Hons) Music Business
3 years in London, Manchester, Berlin, or Dublin -
BIMM: BA (Hons) Music and Sound Production
3 years in London, Manchester, Birmingham, Brighton, or Bristol -
TAI: BA in Music Composition
4 years in Madrid
Book a free 20-minute meeting with a FAD Connection advisor and discover which university could be the starting point of your music career.
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