The Essay

Maths and Music

Monday 31 March 2008 23:00-23:15 (Radio 3)

The mathematician, Marcus du Sautoy explores the connections between the creative art of music and the steely logic of maths.

Duration:

15 minutes

Playlist:

1/4. Counter-culture

He starts by looking at the rhythmic complexities in Steve Reich, Messiaen, Ewe music from Ghana and a piece which lasts 1,000 years.

The Essay

Episode and Playlist Information

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• 8 Apr 08 Greek & Latin Voices
• 7 Apr 08 Greek & Latin Voices
• 3 April 08 Maths and Music 4/4
• 2 April 08 Maths and Music 3/4
• 1 April 08 Maths and Music 2/4
• 31 Mar 08 Maths and Music 1/4
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• 25 Mar 08 Fruits of the Earth