Neuroscience of Improvisation

What happens in the brain when you navigate a world of possibility amidst unyielding uncertainty (i.e., improvise)? This question sits at the center of Dr. Bradley Vines’s research, teaching, and practice — and connects neuroscience, music, meditation, dreaming, consciousness, and behavior change.

This section brings together workshops, podcast episodes, interviews, and articles exploring the neurobiology of improvisation. Whether you are a musician, scientist, meditator, or simply curious about creative states of mind, you will find science-based insights that deepen your understanding of improvisation.