Why does a key change raise the hairs on your arms? The science of frisson — an ancient alarm system for cold and predators, hacked by music’s surprises.
What makes a city sing? Vienna doesn't just hum with musical energy, it practically orchestrates the very air you breathe. From the gilded halls where Mozart once performed to the angelic voices that have echoed through centuries, Austria's capital remains the beating heart of classical music. But here's the fascinating paradox: whilst Vienna guards its musical traditions with fierce pride, it simultaneously embraces contemporary sounds with equal passion.
Vienna is more than just a city; it's a grand stage where history, art, and modern life perform a captivating waltz. Once the heart of the Habsburg Empire, its streets echo with the genius of Mozart and the ideas of Freud. But what truly makes Vienna special? Perhaps it's the way a grand imperial palace can sit just a short ride away from a wonderfully bizarre apartment block, or how the aroma of coffee and cake drifts from centuries-old coffee houses. Let's explore some of the most compelling experiences this remarkable city has to offer.
There’s no doubt that music can affect our mood. But what you may not know is that the type of music you listen to can also have an impact on your wellbeing.
First to come to mind about simple things in music is Zero 7, the duo known as the British Air, and their 2001 debut album named precisely Simple Things - beautiful songs.
Carnegie Hall's three auditoriums and which is which, Lincoln Center and its companies, the jazz basements that have been in the same buildings since the 1930s, and the comedy room where the advertised bill means nothing. Named venues limited to institutions with a long record, because New York nightlife listings rot faster than anything else about the city.
