Guitar Zero
Gary Marcus
What’s inside
Guitar Zero follows cognitive scientist Gary Marcus as he embarks on learning to play guitar at an age when most are winding down. It combines personal narrative with insights on how humans learn music.
You’ll Learn
- Understanding of how the brain learns new skills
- Motivation for adult learning and self-improvement
- Insights into the challenges and rewards of learning music
- Appreciation of cognitive science applications in everyday life
Key Points
- Gary Marcus’s journey to learn guitar as an adult
- Exploration of the cognitive aspects of learning music
- Challenges faced by adult learners in music
- Scientific insights into how music affects the brain
- Implications for education and learning methodologies
- Comparison between child and adult learning processes
- Conclusion on lifelong learning and neuroplasticity
Who’s it For
- Music enthusiasts
- Aspiring musicians
- Cognitive science students
- Adult learners
About author
Gary Marcus is a cognitive scientist known for his research on language and biology. He has authored several influential books on psychology and cognitive development.