Welcome back to Songs on the Brain, which explores my curiosity about the intersection of the arts and sciences.

In last weeks episode, Stanford med student Melanie Ambler shared how the "Artists and Scientists as Partners" (or ASaP) undergrad course at Brown University was a game changing moment in her studies, which helped nurture her vision of bridging the Arts and Health in her life and career -- which peaked my curiosity to learn more. Melanie kindly put me in touch with professor Rachel Balaban who taught that fascinating course... and I am excited to speak with her today in Episode 3.

Listen in as we discuss the implementation of her innovative ASaP program at Brown and DAPpers (Dance for All People), an intergenerational dance class Rachel created for individuals with moving challenges as well as Parkinson's Disease.

For more information on her inspiring work: https://www.danceforparkinsons.online/rachel-balaban