In The Beginning Was Sound
The 2006 Reith Lectures will be delivered by Daniel Barenboim, the musician and conductor. Amongst his themes will be the effects of muzak on the soul; the fundamental importance of music to our very nature; and the ability of tune and melody to provide a movement away from conflict beyond the imagination of politicians.
Point; counterpoint
How does music make sense of our world? Hear more about the 2006 Reith Lecture themes in points for debate.
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Beating the boundaries
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Sweet to the ear
Some sounds are sweeter on the ears than others. Can this be explained by the science of music?
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