What does the pons do?

The pons is in the middle of the brain stem, between the midbrain and the medulla oblongata. Its primary function is to relay information between the cerebellum and the cerebrum, thereby acting as a kind of bridge — the meaning of the Latin word pons. It plays a part in relaying other brain messages, too; and it helps to regulate various autonomic functions, including respiration, circulation, and heartbeat.

Great. Now I have “Sur Le Pont D’Avignon” going through my head. L’on y danse …