Through case studies from neurologist Dr. Oliver Sacks’ latest book, NOVA investigates the extraordinary impact music can have on the human brain.

Through the remarkable case studies from neurologist Dr. Oliver Sacks' latest book, Musicophilia , NOVA investigates the extraordinary impact music can have on the human brain. Viewers meet people like Tony Cicoria, who was struck by lightning and was suddenly inspired to become a pianist, and Matt Giordano, who uses drumming to alleviate his severe Tourette syndrome. NOVA even peers deep into the brain of Dr. Sacks himself for a rare glimpse of what makes minds musical.