“Science is Artful: The Dancing Brain”

“Science is Artful: The Dancing Brain”at Epiphany Library 

On April 17, 2026, I conducted a session at the Epiphany Branch of the NYPL, where I shared some science on dance and its impacts on plasticity. I also shared some pieces, and we had a rich discussion afterward. A total of 13 people joined me! 
Image credit: Shannon Alessandroni ​

A few testimonials:

• "Your peacemaking energy is amazing!"
• "The neuroscience of moving from stress to creativity. That sensational Sloka has been a goal since 2013! I took a 9-month program to be a sound and music practitioner, and  ​by chance, I happened to take a tabla workshop. His rhythm was totally impeccable in sync and I was as always too much in head!
• "I just got home, and I can’t stop admiring your interests and dedication. It’s amazing - I am in awe. I will practice the sollakuttu and the "chapu" rhythm with hands and feet."
• From the adult librarian: "Both the patrons and I really enjoyed your presentation and performance. You have incredible charisma AND stamina. Looking forward to the potential to work together in the future, and I will let colleagues know they need to have you at their branches!"