Who are we?
The Center for Music, Brain, and Society at USC’s Dornsife College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences is dedicated to serving as a collaborative nucleus for exploring music on both neurobiological and societal levels. Our primary mission is to advance the application of the knowledge we gain from research in music science to promote human well-being and societal flourishing. Our center assembles a diverse and accomplished group of experts from various disciplines within the University. This collective includes faculty members from Psychology to Medicine, Music and Engineering and more, who all share a commitment to scientific excellence and the pursuit of innovative breakthroughs. Our ongoing efforts also involve developing cross-disciplinary teaching for students, while also serving as a valuable resource for researchers, educators, therapists, clinicians, and policymakers.
What do we do?
Cross-Disciplinary Research
The center fosters interdisciplinary collaborations among faculty members and trainees with a focus on the following themes:
- Music, Emotions and Feelings
- Music, Rhythm and Movement
- Music and Learning
Education and Training
The Center for Music, Brain, and Society at USC is dedicated to shaping the future of music science scholarship at all academic stages:
- Undergraduate Focus
- Graduate and Postdoctoral Training
- Music and Health Summer Research Program
Community Collaborations
We have ongoing relationship and collaborations with community and music organizations in Los Angeles. These include the LA Philharmonic, 24th Street Theatre, LA Opera, Colburn School of Music, Santa Monic Youth Orchestra, Delirium Musicum to name just a few.
About Music Science
Get involved!
Want to be part of this effort? There are many ways you can get involved and be part of our community, whether you are a member of the public or part of the USC family. Here are a few ways you can join us in our mission.
Learn More
Gain a deeper understanding of music science and the work we do by watching these videos. Select an image on the right to play a video about that topic or choose the link below to see all videos on our YouTube channel.
