The evolution of music: One trait, many ultimate-level explanations

We propose an approach reconciling the ultimate-level explanations proposed by Savage et al. and Mehr et al. as to why music evolved. We also question the current adaptationist view of culture, which too often fails to disentangle distinct fitness benefits.

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Published in:The Behavioral and brain sciences 2021-01, Vol.44, p.e98-e98, Article e98
Main Authors: Dubourg, Edgar, André, Jean-Baptiste, Baumard, Nicolas
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Animal cognition
Behavior
Cognitive science
Evolution
Hypotheses
Musical performances
Musicians & conductors
Open Peer Commentary
Pornography & obscenity
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Summary:We propose an approach reconciling the ultimate-level explanations proposed by Savage et al. and Mehr et al. as to why music evolved. We also question the current adaptationist view of culture, which too often fails to disentangle distinct fitness benefits.
ISSN:0140-525X
1469-1825
DOI:10.1017/S0140525X20001156