Dr Alexandra Lamont

Dr Alexandra Lamont is a member of the Centre for Psychological Research within the Research Institute for Social Sciences and Editor of the journal, Psychology of Music. Dr Lamont’s research centres on issues of musical development and musical engagement across the lifecourse. The main research question is why and how people choose to engage with music. Why does a toddler respond well to a familiar piece of music? What can children learn about themselves through music? Why do we experience strong emotions in relation to music at festivals and live concerts? What kinds of social bonds are formed through active musical engagement? The research focuses on exploring these questions in everyday settings and placing musical experience in the wider context of people's lives.

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