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Rescooped by Christopher Coleman from the psychology of music
July 28, 2013 7:40 PM
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Sad music makes us happy

Sad music makes us happy | Soundtrack | Scoop.it

"Minor music is sad, and major music is happy, right? It's never been that simple - and a new study sheds more light on the link between music and emotions"

 

"Listening to music that's seen as 'sad' might release positive emotions. According to a study by researchers in Tokyo, listeners perceived the sadness in sad music, but felt both sadness and pleasure when the music was played."


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playalongjon's curator insight, July 28, 2013 4:52 PM

Perhaps one can also conclude that "happy music" can possibly make you sad !

Kirsten Macaulay's curator insight, February 4, 2014 4:15 AM

Ironic? Amazing power of music to split our emotions positively.

Rescooped by Christopher Coleman from the psychology of music
May 30, 2013 3:36 PM
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What Is it About Music That Triggers All of These Emotions?

What Is it About Music That Triggers All of These Emotions? | Soundtrack | Scoop.it
Real feel or social construction? Where does the mood of your music come from?

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playalongjon's curator insight, May 29, 2013 5:02 PM

Some interesting points are raised in this article about music and emotions.