The Music-Language Link

We've all heard the phrase "music is the universal language," but what if that music/language connection went deeper than we thought?

First, hosts Kirsten and Bey speak with Dr. Ani Patel, the leading expert on the link between language and music in the brain, to learn about his research and the surprising links that have been found between the two. Then, our hosts sit down with Philly-based hip hop artist A.Rob to chat about how language and music interact in the world of rap, from the concept of flow to his experience as a bilingual rapper.

Links for today's episode:

• Learn more about Dr. Ani Patel
• Check out the Sound Health Network's resources on music's use in healthcare
• Learn more about A.Rob, and check out his music!
• Further info on the ancient Arabic rap-battles A.Rob mentioned, a traditional form of poetry known as Zajal