Music can have a profound effect on the emotional impact that visual images have on the viewer. How does a film’s score influence how we process the images that we see? And do we all react in the same way? You may be surprised to learn that your individual perspective may not be as unique as you imagine.
Jazz pianist, vocalist, and composer Kelly Green speaks with David Gruskin, MD-PhD student in Neurobiology and Behavior at Columbia University’s Zuckerman Institute. Join us for an evening of jazz, science, and discovery, as we examine how music can change our perspectives.
Music on the Brain is a collaboration between the National Jazz Museum in Harlem and Columbia University’s Zuckerman Institute with the support of Jazz Foundation of America.
Kelly Green is a triple threat, mesmerizing audiences as pianist, vocalist, and composer. Kelly’s remarkable talent has led her to share the stage with jazz legends such as Christian McBride, George Coleman, and many others, showcasing her exceptional skill, empathy, and musicality. She has captivated audiences at prestigious venues like The Kennedy Center, Dizzy’s Jazz Club, Birdland, and Blue Note, and has toured with her band all over the US, Europe, and South America.
Her latest album “Seems” was released in March 2024 with Green Soul Studios and La Reserve Records and has received rave reviews. Kelly Green continues to leave an indelible mark on the music world, enchanting listeners with every note.
David Gruskin is an MD-PhD student in the Neurobiology and Behavior graduate program at Columbia University, where he uses neuroimaging techniques to study how sensory information is processed and used to guide decision-making in health and disease. In his ongoing research David explores our genes and mental health symptoms and how they shape the way our brains process movies (in humans). He also looks at how genetic mutations linked to schizophrenia affect contextual decision-making in the brains of mice. His work is informed by a background in the philosophy of neuroscience and motivated by his experiences as a healthcare provider and part-time wedding band musician.
We are your go-to venue for off-site meetings, receptions, film screenings, workshops, networking events, socials and more. Located in the heart of Central Harlem’s thriving culinary and entertainment district, The National Jazz Museum in Harlem is the perfect place to hold your next gathering.
