Local musician and producer Chad Quist poses for a portrait at his home studio, Luscious Moss Studio, on Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2025, in Edgewood, Wash. To say Chad Quist is a rock guitarist doesn’t go far ...

Music is remarkable in its ability to evoke profound emotions — chills and thrills — in listeners. And being emotionally moved by music is an inherently pleasurable experience. Most music listeners ...

Music is a powerful tool for conveying mood, whether heard via a live performance or movie soundtrack, making it an effective medium for understanding how people identify and respond to emotions.

As emotions rise and fall in everyday life, your brain keeps up, constantly adjusting. These transitions between feelings—like joy, sadness, or fear—aren’t just random reactions. They’re part of a ...