How Playing Guitar Rewires Your Brain - 8 Ways the Brains of Guitarists are Different:
Ever wonder what happens to your brain when you play guitar? Neuroscientists have found that the practice of playing music physically changes our brains for the better with every guitar solo and riff we play. This video dives into the powerful and unique ways that the guitar, with its complex demands, enhances our cognitive abilities far beyond music. Learn how the brains of legendary guitarists like Jimi Hendrix, Jimmy Page, Eddie Van Halen, Tony Iommi, Randy Rhoads, Eric Clapton, Alex Lifeson, Brian May, Ritchie Blackmore, Kirk Hammett, Slash, Dimebag Darrell, Jeff Beck, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Joe Satriani, Steve Vai, David Gilmour, Angus Young, Zakk Wylde, John Petrucci, and Dave Mustaine have changed through years of playing.
We’ll explore the science behind how guitar playing sharpens your mind, boosts your memory, and improves your ability to multitask. It’s a fascinating look at the incredible neuroplasticity that occurs every time you pick up your instrument.
Nena Lavonne, Psy.M. is a musician, rock/metal enthusiast, and professional in the psychological field that enjoys analyzing her favorite artists through the lens of psychology. Subscribe for more Rock Psychology!
Citations:
Acer, N., et al. (2024). Structural and Functional Changes in the Brains of Guitarist Musicians: Volumetric, VBM, and Resting State fMRI Study. Journal of Clinical Practice and Research.
Elbert, T., et al. (1995). Increased Cortical Representation of the Fingers of the Left Hand in String Players. Science, 270(5234), 305–307.
Gaser, C., Schlaug, G. (2003). Brain Structures Differ between Musicians and Non-Musicians. The Journal of Neuroscience, 23(27), 9240-9245.
Hutchinson, S., et al. (2003). Cerebellar Volume of Musicians. Cerebral Cortex, 13(9), 943–949.
Krishnan, S., et al. (2018). Playing an Instrument Changes Our Perception of Music. Cerebral Cortex.
Platel, H., et al. (2010). When Music and Long-Term Memory Interact: Effects of Musical Expertise on Functional and Structural Plasticity in the Hippocampus. Brain and Cognition, 74(3), 200–208.
Schlaug, G. (2001). The Brain of the Musician. In R. J. Zatorre S. Peretz (Eds.), The Biological Foundations of Music. New York Academy of Sciences.
Schlaug, G., et al. (2009). Training-induced Neuroplasticity in Young Children. Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences, 1169(1), 226–233.
We’ll explore the science behind how guitar playing sharpens your mind, boosts your memory, and improves your ability to multitask. It’s a fascinating look at the incredible neuroplasticity that occurs every time you pick up your instrument.
Nena Lavonne, Psy.M. is a musician, rock/metal enthusiast, and professional in the psychological field that enjoys analyzing her favorite artists through the lens of psychology. Subscribe for more Rock Psychology!
Citations:
Acer, N., et al. (2024). Structural and Functional Changes in the Brains of Guitarist Musicians: Volumetric, VBM, and Resting State fMRI Study. Journal of Clinical Practice and Research.
Elbert, T., et al. (1995). Increased Cortical Representation of the Fingers of the Left Hand in String Players. Science, 270(5234), 305–307.
Gaser, C., Schlaug, G. (2003). Brain Structures Differ between Musicians and Non-Musicians. The Journal of Neuroscience, 23(27), 9240-9245.
Hutchinson, S., et al. (2003). Cerebellar Volume of Musicians. Cerebral Cortex, 13(9), 943–949.
Krishnan, S., et al. (2018). Playing an Instrument Changes Our Perception of Music. Cerebral Cortex.
Platel, H., et al. (2010). When Music and Long-Term Memory Interact: Effects of Musical Expertise on Functional and Structural Plasticity in the Hippocampus. Brain and Cognition, 74(3), 200–208.
Schlaug, G. (2001). The Brain of the Musician. In R. J. Zatorre S. Peretz (Eds.), The Biological Foundations of Music. New York Academy of Sciences.
Schlaug, G., et al. (2009). Training-induced Neuroplasticity in Young Children. Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences, 1169(1), 226–233.
The Brains of GUITAR PLAYERS - According to Science
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