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Local Percussionist Matt Giordano to appear on NOVA




Musicophilia, a book by Oliver Sacks, is the inspiration for an upcoming episode of the PBS series NOVA.  On Tuesday, June 30, 2009 at 8 pm, NOVA will feature  "Musical Minds - Oliver Sacks explores how the power of music can make the brain come alive." 

In this show, Dr. Sacks explores how the power of music can make the brain come alive, how music affects the brain and how it can impact some neurological disorders.

Local percussionist, Matt Giordano, and his mother, Kathy, appear in the show.  Matt, who has Tourette syndrome, talks about the impact of music on his life.  Matt, pictured here, recently performed at The Advocacy Center's Night of Hot Jazz and Cool Art.  

Dr. Sacks is also scheduled to appear on The Daily Show with Jon Stewart on Monday, June 29, 2009 to discuss his book.

 
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