Explore the fascinating intersection of neuroscience and musical creativity in this TED talk by musician and researcher Charles Limb. Discover how the brain functions during musical improvisation as Limb presents groundbreaking research using fMRI scans of jazz musicians and rappers. Delve into the science of creativity, learn about the experimental setup, and examine the brain activity observed during improvisation. Compare and contrast the neural processes involved in jazz and freestyle rap, gaining insights that extend beyond music to creativity in all its forms. Gain a deeper understanding of the improvisational mind and its implications for human cognition and artistic expression.