Why some tunes stick: Mathematical symmetry helps explain catchy melodies
Feb 19, 2026
Why do some melodies feel instantly right, balanced, memorable and satisfying, even if you have never heard them before? New research from the University of Waterloo suggests that more than creativity is at play.
https://phys.org/news/2026-02-secret-math-catchy-melodies.html
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