Music performance is both a natural human activity, present in all societies, and one of the most complex and demanding cognitive challenges that the human mind can undertake. Unlike most other sensory-motor activities, music performance requires precise timing of several hierarchically organized actions, as well as precise control over pitch interval production, implemented through diverse effectors according to the instrument involved. We review the cognitive neuroscience literature of both motor and auditory domains, highlighting the value of studying interactions between these systems in a musical context, and propose some ideas concerning the role of the premotor cortex in integration of higher order features of music with appropriately timed and organized actions.

Nat Rev Neurosci. 2007 Jul;8(7):547-58. Zatorre RJ, Chen JL, Penhune VB. Montreal Neurological Institute, McGill University, 3801 University Street, Montreal, Quebec, Canada. robert.zatorre@mcgill.ca

Posted: 01/31/2008



This article provided by The International Hypnosis Research Institute.

Enter your email address to subscribe to the IHRI Newsletter.

Pool Master Would you like to play pool or billiards with a calm frame of mind? Hypnosis is a great way to improve your game of pool by improving your concentration and confidence.Your mind has the knowledge of how to set up shots!Access this knowledge easily!

Bedwetting No More! Bedwetting NO MORE!Hypnosis is extremely effective in Enuresis&your child will start to have more and more dry nights as his or her sleeping pattern improves.This session can also be used for adults with enuresis.

Diminishing Your Headaches There have been many studies documenting the effectiveness of hypnosis to alleviate headaches.You’ll be given suggestions for self care,and automatic relaxation triggers will be established to ward off any signs of a headache in your day-to-day life.