Musical training actually modifies our brain, increasing our so called talent

Summary

• When we train to play mucis, the brain structure is changed to increase the capacity we have to play music

Details

• In effect we are increasing our own 'talent'

Reflections

• We can learn music...with deliberate practise

References

• Peak - Secrets from the New Science of Expertise - Anders Ericsson

Quotes

musical training modifies the structure and function of the brain in various ways that result in an increased capacity for playing music. In other words, the most effective forms of practice are doing more than helping you learn to play a musical instrument; they are actually increasing your ability to play. With such practice you are modifying the parts of the brain you use when playing music and, in a sense, increasing your own musical “talent

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