Dr. Laurel Trainor Tickets

Dr. Laurel Trainor is a renowned psychologist and neuroscientist whose research explores how we perceive and experience music. As a Professor of Psychology, Neuroscience & Behaviour at McMaster University, she leads groundbreaking work on pitch, tonality, rhythm, neuroplasticity, and the social aspects of music. She’s the Founding Director of the McMaster Institute for Music and the Mind (MIMM) and the Director of LIVELab, a 106-seat, research-based performance theatre used for live music research and intimate concerts. Her collaboration across disciplines helps bridge science and artistry, enriching both fields.

Her career blends performance and science: she earned a BMus in Performance from the University of Toronto, followed by MA and PhD in Experimental Psychology, and ARCT certification from the Royal Conservatory. Through her research and public-facing efforts, Trainor has shaped our understanding of how music affects the brain, social interaction, and learning across the lifespan. The LIVELab environment offers unique opportunities to study audience response and musical perception in real time, making it a beacon for researchers and performers alike.

Follow Dr. Trainor’s work and updates via her official McMaster profiles and social channels to stay informed about her latest research, talks, and public engagements.

Upcoming tours and public engagements showcase Dr. Trainor’s ongoing commitment to blending science with music performance. While her primary focus remains research and education, stay tuned for appearances, talks, and collaborations that bring the science of music to life for diverse audiences. For the latest, check her McMaster expert pages and connected social profiles, which include links to Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn.