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Vol. 13 (2025): Percepta - Revista de Cognição Musical

A Cognitive Theory of Musical Meaning

DOI
https://doi.org/10.34018/2318-891X.13e025011
Submitted
August 29, 2025
Published
2025-12-03

Abstract

This article presents the outlines of a theory of musical meaning supported by the cognitive sciences. Based on an exposition of the theories that underpin the concept of embodied cognition, the article reflects on musical theory at both elementary and advanced levels. Finally, it proposes an original methodology, offering an analytical tool grounded in the new understanding acquired about musical meaning.

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