In the organizer's words:

What happens in the brain when music touches us? Why do we remember melodies for a lifetime? And can music influence our brain health?

A science concert for all those who not only want to listen to music, but also understand and experience it.

Cast

Bläck Fööss
Chamber orchestra with members of the Gürzenich Orchestra Cologne

What happens in the brain when music touches us? Why do melodies stay with us for a lifetime? And can music influence our brain health?

"Notes & Neurons - Music for Brain Health" combines music, neuroscience and state-of-the-art medical technology to create a unique live experience as part of the Science Year 2026.
The concert series tours renowned concert halls throughout Germany and brings international artists, leading scientists and innovative research to the stage. To kick things off in the Kölner Philharmonie, Cologne's musical tradition, choral and orchestral music and the latest findings in brain research will come together.

The Bläck Fööss, members of the Gürzenich Orchestra Cologne, the choir and project orchestra of Bonn University Hospital and - live on stage - the world's first portable MRI system will all be there.

Between sound, science and the audience, an evening is created that combines concert, research and experience in a special way. Great music meets fascinating insights into modern brain research.

A science concert for all those who not only want to hear music, but also understand and experience it.

Sponsored by the Federal Ministry of Research, Technology and Space.

Further information at: https://notenundneuronen.de

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Price information:

20€ / 15€ reduced

Location

Kölner Philharmonie Bischofsgartenstraße 1 50667 Köln
Kölner Philharmonie
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