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Why Is There Music? with Milton Mermikides

Professor Milton Mermikides brings neuroscience, philosophy, psychology and anthropology to a public lecture on why humans make music.

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Date and time
21 Oct 2026 · 18:00 · Finish time not announcedFree
Location
LSO St Luke’s
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Why make time for it

This is a Gresham College lecture at LSO St Luke’s. Admission is free with advance registration, but a ticket does not guarantee a seat. Doors open thirty minutes before the start and unclaimed seats may be released shortly before the lecture.

Practical details last checked 24 Sept 2026

Pick your moment.

All times are local to London (Europe/London).

21 Oct 2026
18:00 · Finish time not announced
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LSO St Luke’s

161 Old Street, London EC1V 9NG

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161 Old Street, London EC1V 9NG

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