• Evolution of music

    Why don’t dogs dance?

    Hello Dear Reader, For my regular readers I should update them with regards my family visit that I spoke about in my last blog. My brother and I had a wonderful time together during his trip to Switzerland. I did what all good big sisters should do and spoilt him as much as I could. In return he filled me with pride, hugs and laughter: pretty much a perfect little brother. I say ‘little’ as he is 8 years younger than me – it is clear from the photo that he is not little at all! I remember when he fit into the crook of my arm… …where does the time go?…

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  • Music & Space,  Music Psychology

    Those who follow crocodiles – is there more to pitch than high and low?

    Hello Dear Reader, This is likely to be the last blog I write before Music and Neurosciences V, for me the first big music psychology conference of the year. This conference is due to take place in Dijon from 29th May to 1st June. This meeting will focus on “Cognitive Stimulation and Rehabilitation”.  As usual I will be doing my best to report on everything I see there for you. Between now and then I have some time off to spend with my lovely little (at least in age) brother Anthony. I have missed my family very much during the last 8 months in Switzerland. Time away in another country is a…

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