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Manchester Science Festival

@McrSciFest

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Apr 19

Some very exciting news from

@sim_manchester

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Science and Industry Museum

@sim_manchester

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Apr 19

Today’s the day! Tickets for Operation Ouch! Food, Poo and You are out now Get ready for giggle-worthy grossness as you journey through the digestive system. From giant gnashers to the poo-duction line, you won't want to miss this adventure. Book now http://bit.ly/3oe9Seb

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Science and Industry Museum

@sim_manchester

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Apr 12

Who’s excited for Operation Ouch? 🙋 Tickets go on sale this time next week! Get ready to dive headfirst into the digestive system for a super-sized science adventure 💩 Sign up now for the chance to get tickets before anyone else👉 http://bit.ly/40ZPiN8

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Manchester Science Festival

@McrSciFest

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Mar 17

Thanks to

@EngageSalford

@SalfordUni

@SowtheCity

@Novars_Research

@BrighterSound

@GetMeMotoring

@CoreyBakerDance

@TalkBrightSide

@MancLibraries

and so many more for making the Festival a success!

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Manchester Science Festival

@McrSciFest

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Mar 17

As #BritishScienceWeek comes to an end we're looking back at last year's Science Festival! Relive the memories of an amazing 10 days 👇 And keep your eyes peeled for updates about next year's Festival 👀

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Science and Industry Museum

@sim_manchester

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Mar 16

⏰Applications to be a Power UP volunteer close this Sunday! Inspire the next generation of innovators in the ultimate gaming experience. Share stories of Manchester’s role in the gaming industry and introduce visitors to the classics 🕹️ Apply now 👉 http://bit.ly/3FvwCMO

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Science and Industry Museum

@sim_manchester

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Mar 15

For this week only you’ve got more chances to play in Power UP as we open the doors today and tomorrow. From retro classics like Pac-Man to virtual reality, come and get your game on! Limited tickets available, book now 👉 http://bit.ly/3Gg2MMX

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Manchester Science Festival

@McrSciFest

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Mar 3

Want another chance to dance in space with Giant Leaps? ✨ Head over to

@MediaMuseum

from 9 March 👇

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National Science and Media Museum

@MediaMuseum

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Mar 2

Grab your dancing shoes because it's just one week until our newest installation: Giant Leaps opens on 9 March - so here's a sneak peek of what it looked like when it was at @sim_manchester last year! Head here to find out more: https://bit.ly/3meLYOR #NewExhibit #Bradford

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Manchester Science Festival

@McrSciFest

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Feb 23

An exciting new chance to volunteer at

@sim_manchester

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Science and Industry Museum

@sim_manchester

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Feb 23

Want to inspire the next generation? We’re looking for new volunteers to work with our historic working machinery. Open to anyone 18+, no previous experience needed. Come along to our open day and learn more about the roles. 6 March, book your free ticket http://bit.ly/3YT9YW8

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Science and Industry Museum

@sim_manchester

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Feb 14

This Sunday we’re excited to welcome dancer Chris Fonseca for 'Follow the Signs'! He’ll be performing his unique mix of dance and BSL with rapper Harry Jardine. Don't miss the chance to learn some of Chris' signature moves 🕺 19 Feb, learn more👉 http://bit.ly/3YNGb0J

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Science and Industry Museum

@sim_manchester

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Feb 9

🎵This half term we're bringing the noise with a jampacked two weeks exploring sound and music! Create and experiment with hands-on activities, science shows and unique performances. Starts this Saturday, book your tickets now👉http://bit.ly/3XcQVVj

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Manchester Science Festival

@McrSciFest

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Jan 23

👀An exciting new volunteer opportunity at

@sim_manchester

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Science and Industry Museum

@sim_manchester

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Jan 23

We’re excited to announce an amazing opportunity to volunteer with the iconic working replica of the Manchester 'Baby' computer! This is a unique chance to work with one of the museum's star objects and share its world-changing story. Apply now: http://bit.ly/3WAPi37

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Science and Industry Museum

@sim_manchester

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Jan 17

#OnThisDay Benjamin Franklin was born. One of the Founding Fathers of the USA, he also invented the Glass Harmonica. Replicating the sound of running your finger over glass, some people thought the unearthly music made you ill. Discover more in Turn It Up http://bit.ly/3koG9xy

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Science and Industry Museum

@sim_manchester

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Jan 12

Did you know we’re free to visit? 💥Watch science in action with our Revolution Manchester shows 🧵Discover what life was like for Manchester mill workers in our Textiles Gallery 🧪Get hands-on with science in Experiment Find out more 👉http://scienceandindustrymuseum.org.uk

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Science and Industry Museum

@sim_manchester

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Jan 10

🎵Discover the magic of music in our Turn It Up Experitots sessions!🎶 Explore the exhibition with our friendly Explainers and then get involved with hands-on activities. These special sessions are for children under 5 📅19 Jan find out more and book http://bit.ly/3Xmc7s7

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Manchester Science Festival

@McrSciFest

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Jan 4

🥁 Don't miss our headline exhibition Turn It Up 🥁

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Science and Industry Museum

@sim_manchester

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Jan 4

We were so excited to have @OwainWynEvans bring his drum kit to our musical playground for @BBCBreakfast Don't miss the lovely film, highlighting the importance of music in all of our lives. Discover more about the science of music in Turn It Uphttp://bit.ly/3VOoE6C

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Science and Industry Museum

@sim_manchester

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Dec 23, 2022

Planning on visiting the museum over the festive period? ❄️Don't forget that we're closed 24 - 26 December❄️ We look forward to welcoming you back on Tuesday! Visit our website for more details http://scienceandindustrymuseum.org.uk

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Ruth Murray

@roothiemurray

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Dec 15, 2022

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@McrSciFest

A return to in-person events, at scale & beyond the museum walls!

@GlobalGrooves

&

@NoisyToysOrg

invaded the Arndale. Our Young Person's Panel encouraged families to explore Everyday Instruments. In total we had over 20,000 interactions out and about

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Manchester Science Festival

@McrSciFest

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Dec 20, 2022

Don't miss the all the winter activities over at

@sim_manchester

, 3 weeks of family fun 👇

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Science and Industry Museum

@sim_manchester

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Dec 20, 2022

Join us today to create a colourful catapult and fire a ‘snowball’ Can you beat our Explainer and reach the target? Discover more winter fun http://bit.ly/3HRGeTY

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Science and Industry Museum

@sim_manchester

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Dec 19, 2022

Don't miss our Cosy Corners over the winter holidays! Curl up with a book on our comfy sofas or spend time with friends and family playing a board game. Discover more 👉http://bit.ly/3hze2dK

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Science and Industry Museum

@sim_manchester

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Dec 15, 2022

Give the gift of music this year with tickets to Turn It Up🎶🎁🎸 The fascinating exhibition is jampacked, from the Musical Playground bringing out the big kid in everyone, to unusual instruments and the latest scientific research. Book now👉http://bit.ly/3BF4tkl

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Science and Industry Museum

@sim_manchester

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Dec 13, 2022

The winter holidays are getting close and we can’t wait to take you on an adventure through light, colour and sound❄️🌈🎶 Join us on a journey from the Sun to Earth, experiment in our Light Lab, discover the power of music and much more! Starts 17 Dec👉http://bit.ly/3W3SUem

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Science and Industry Museum

@sim_manchester

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Dec 12, 2022

There’s still time to book your tickets for tomorrow’s #XmasLecture from the

@Ri_Science

! Join us for a live screening of the family friendly lecture and discover the secrets of forensic science with Professor Dame Sue Black 13 December 17:30, book now👉http://bit.ly/3Pj7FYq

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Science and Industry Museum

@sim_manchester

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Dec 9, 2022

You might have noticed some recent changes to our Power Hall, the last roof tile has been laid and the scaffolding is coming down! We’re excited about this important development, work will now begin on internal restoration and renovation. 👀Keep your eyes peeled for more updates

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Science and Industry Museum

@sim_manchester

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Dec 8, 2022

Don't miss tomorrow's #BSLInterpreted tour of Turn It Up: The power of music Discover more about the fascinating exhibition with our curator and a #BSL interpreter. 📅 2pm, 9 December Book now👉http://bit.ly/3uyvulz

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Manchester Science Festival

@McrSciFest

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Dec 7, 2022

Discover more about this fascinating story in our headline exhibition Turn It Up 👉http://bit.ly/3XUKtnr

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Science and Industry Museum

@sim_manchester

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Dec 7, 2022

Musician @LizaBecMusic thought their career was over after developing epilepsy triggered by their finger movements when playing musical instruments. But by building a roborecorder Liza's found new ways to perform. See the amazing instrument in Turn It Up http://bit.ly/3XUKtnr

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Manchester Science Festival

@McrSciFest

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Dec 6, 2022

.

@sim_manchester

are bringing science to the festive season this year with a live screening of the

@Ri_Science

's Christmas Lectures! 13 Dec, book now 👇

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Science and Industry Museum

@sim_manchester

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Dec 6, 2022

Only 1 week to go until our live screening of the @Ri_Science #XmasLectures! Discover the secrets of forensic science with Professor Dame Sue Black. Then solve a crime in Santa's workshop with our interactive activities 13 Dec, ages 11+, book now http://bit.ly/3gYoCe0

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Manchester Science Festival

@McrSciFest

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Dec 2, 2022

Don't miss the #BSL tour of our headline exhibition 👇

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Science and Industry Museum

@sim_manchester

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Dec 2, 2022

Experience Turn It Up: The power of music in your own way Join our curator and a British Sign Language interpreter for a #BSL led tour of the exhibition. 9 Dec book now: http://bit.ly/3FOb2nx #BSLInterpreted

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Science and Industry Museum

@sim_manchester

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Nov 30, 2022

What do you listen to when you’re driving? Do you love a singalong, prefer calming classical or even silence? Explore the science behind your choice in Turn It Up🚗 Catch up with

@BBCRadio4

's All in the Mind to learn more, and visit the exhibition now👉http://bit.ly/3EWFsSK

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Professor Catherine Loveday

@CathLoveday

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Nov 29, 2022

Really enjoyed this evening’s @BBCRadio4 All In The Mind, chatting to @claudiahammond about music in cars (@SAVIBrunel’s work at the #TurnItUp exhibition @sim_manchester) and @samgilbert1’s fantastic work on cognitive offloading. I also shared my horror at “dopamine gifting”!

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Science and Industry Museum

@sim_manchester

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Nov 29, 2022

#OnThisDay 50 years ago, classic video game Pong was released by Atari! It became the first commercially successful video game 🕹️🎮👾 Don’t miss the chance to revisit retro consoles from the Atari 2600 to the ZX Spectrum in Power UP Book your visit now👉http://bit.ly/3ELQ9Ya

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Science and Industry Museum

@sim_manchester

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Nov 28, 2022

❄️From the ancient art of Shadowgraphy to illuminating experiments with our Explainers, we're ready to brighten up your winter holidays!❄️ Explore light, colour, music and more... 17 Dec - 8 Jan, find out more and book👉http://bit.ly/3ilcLXX

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Science and Industry Museum

@sim_manchester

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Nov 25, 2022

✨We won!✨ Fantastic news that Cancer Revolution has won Best Exhibition at the #ManchesterCultureAwards. Congratulations to our fantastic team who brought the exhibition to life.

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Manchester Cultural Partnership

@McrCulturePship

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Nov 24, 2022

The WINNER has been announced for BEST EXHIBITION! An Awards goes to the Science & Industry Museum for their ground-breaking exhibition Cancer Revolution: Science, Innovation & Hope which was developed with people living with cancer.

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Science and Industry Museum

@sim_manchester

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Nov 24, 2022

Did you hear us on

@BBC6Music

this morning? We're delighted Turn It Up: The power of music is this week's 6 Museum🎵 Catch

@laurenlaverne

's interview with guest curator

@RaisingGinger

now. Experience the immersive exhibition yourself: http://bit.ly/3AJnK3L

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Science and Industry Museum

@sim_manchester

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Nov 21, 2022

What song gets you pumped up before playing sport? We asked England captain

@HKane

and he listens to Danza Kuduro by

@DONOMAR

and

@Lucenzo

⚽️ Visit Turn It Up to discover what other top sports stars chose and learn more about the science behind the music👉http://bit.ly/3U2FgqA

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Manchester Science Festival

@McrSciFest

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Nov 18, 2022

We were thrilled to welcome

@MetMUnch

to last month's Festival, find out more about their amazing biofilm event 👇

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James Redfern

@DrJamesRedfern

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Nov 18, 2022

To celebrate #WAAW & #biofilmweek we will post info from our recent #HandsOnBiofilm event for @McrSciFest funded by @ukbiofilms that included input from @JoVerran @MetMUnch @fashfutures and @fashion Every day we will post about a different aspect starting with...

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Manchester Science Festival

@McrSciFest

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Nov 17, 2022

Don't miss the festive fun at

@sim_manchester

👇⛄️

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Science and Industry Museum

@sim_manchester

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Nov 17, 2022

We're very excited to unveil our winter holiday activities! Join us for an adventure through light, sound and colour. Meet Winter Sprites, discover the secrets of the Northern Lights and create your own mini light show 17 Dec - 8 Jan learn more http://bit.ly/3V8GuS5

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Science and Industry Museum

@sim_manchester

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Nov 16, 2022

Don't miss Get Curious this Saturday! 🧪💥 Join

@SalfordUni

's

@LabCuration

for experiments and augmented reality exploring the world of powerful steam engines. Find out more: http://bit.ly/3GlccY7 📅19 Nov, 11-3

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Science and Industry Museum

@sim_manchester

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Nov 14, 2022

As nations come together for #COP27, delve into our series of Climate Talks and explore how to tackle the most pressing issues around climate change. Join leaders, experts and activists as they discuss how to tackle the problems facing our communities 👉http://bit.ly/3hGNgQd

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Manchester Science Festival

@McrSciFest

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Nov 10, 2022

Exciting activities coming up at

@sim_manchester

👇 Get to know your flywheel from your crank as you discover more about steam engines.

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Science and Industry Museum

@sim_manchester

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Nov 10, 2022

Explore the world of powerful steam engines with Get Curious! Join @SalfordUni's @LabCuration and get hands-on with fascinating experiments, paper-craft and augmented reality. Saturday 19 Nov, find out morehttp://bit.ly/3EicDks

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Humanities eLearning

@humelearning

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Nov 9, 2022

We recently supported

@MUDLab_UoM

with a community event at Manchester Central Library - part of

@McrSciFest

They used our Meta Quest 2 VR headsets to explore urban areas using the Wander app: https://oculus.com/experiences/quest/2078376005587859/?locale=en_GB…

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Science and Industry Museum

@sim_manchester

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Nov 9, 2022

From unusual instruments to an AI robot, Turn It Up: The power of music is jampacked with fascinating stories. We're worked with over 200 contributors to reveal the science behind music's mysterious hold over us 🎵 Find our must-see moments 👉http://bit.ly/3hl4cvv

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