# Event Details - **Event Name**: Chaka Khan and Dr. Mei Rui In Conversation: Music as Medicine - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 27 May, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Wed, 27 May, 2026 at 08:00 pm - **Event Description**: Experience Chaka Khan live at “Sing for Science” exploring how music impacts healing, emotion & the body through sound + science.About this EventExperience a profound intersection of artistry and intellect at this special live taping of "Sing for Science.” The "Queen of Funk" herself, 11-time Grammy Award winner Chaka Khan, will take the stage to reflect on the legacy of her iconic hit, “Tell Me Something Good.” Moving beyond the melody, she will share her unique perspective on performing the song over five decades, detailing the visceral emotional and physiological responses she has witnessed in audiences worldwide.Joining her is Dr. Mei Rui, a molecular biochemist and concert pianist from The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. Together, they will bridge Chaka’s lived experience with Dr. Rui’s cutting-edge research into how music influences the body’s healing capacity in therapeutic contexts. The discussion will delve into the roles of tempo, novelty, and familiarity in the human recovery process, creating a fascinating link between artistic intuition and emerging scientific insight.This immersive event goes beyond a standard interview, incorporating projected visuals from Dr. Rui’s acclaimed Summit Baja talk and a live piano demonstration. Attendees will witness a dynamic, multi-sensory exchange that illustrates the powerful connection between sound and science, exploring the mystery of why music moves us inside and out. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/houston/chaka-khan-and-dr-mei-rui-in-conversation-music-as-medicine/100001990103034749 - **Event Categories**: fitness, Entertainment, Music, science-fair, Art, Business, Concerts, performances - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 117.51, max: 117.51, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Houston - **state**: TX - **country**: United States - **location**: Houston Museum of Natural Science - **lat**: 29.7220625 - **long**: -95.3895625 - **full address**: Houston Museum of Natural Science, 5555 Hermann Park Drive, Houston, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Chaka Khan and Dr. Mei Rui In Conversation: Music as Medicine - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/169abc47bb0869504240798e98a0bbf9ce4758bef140f780576283bef18d3e8a-rimg-w1000-h628-dcf34402-gmir.jpg?v=1779472689 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Chaka Khan and Dr. Mei Rui In Conversation: Music as Medicine being held? - **A:** Chaka Khan and Dr. Mei Rui In Conversation: Music as Medicine takes place on Wed, 27 May, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Wed, 27 May, 2026 at 08:00 pm at Houston Museum of Natural Science, 5555 Hermann Park Drive, Houston, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Chaka Khan and Dr. Mei Rui In Conversation: Music as Medicine? - **A:** Chaka Khan and Dr. Mei Rui In Conversation: Music as Medicine is organized by Chaka Khan Foundation. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Chaka Khan and Dr. Mei Rui In Conversation: Music as Medicine is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Houston, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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Confronted with the lack of resources available, they expanded their mission, partnering with Cure Autism Now to raise awareness and later creating meditation and wellness sanctuaries for incarcerated women and youth. Every program since has been rooted in witnessing strength, courage, and transformation, and in amplifying the voices of overlooked communities ready to be heard.Today, the Foundation has grown into a global movement for healing and empowerment— bridging overlooked communities with international conversations on wellness, creativity, and justice." } ] } ] ```