Micro-variations in timing and loudness affect music-evoked mental imagery

Abstract Music can shape the vividness, sentiment, and content of directed mental imagery. Yet, the role of specific musical features in these effects remains elusive. One important aspect of human musical performances is the presence of micro-variations—small deviations in timbre, pitch, and timing...

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Main Authors: Ceren Ayyildiz, Andrew J. Milne, Muireann Irish, Steffen A. Herff
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Nature Portfolio 2025-08-01
Series:Scientific Reports
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-025-12604-4
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