Harmonising the Heavens: The Philosophy and Practice of Music in the Medieval World

‘Music is a moral law. It gives soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination, and charm and gaiety to life and to everything.’ – Plato.

This one-day course will introduce students to the main themes in medieval musical praxis. We will consider how philosophers, including Augustine and Boethius, conceptualised music as a reflection of the harmonies of the cosmos and what it means for humans to create, perform, and experience music in the medieval world.

Tutor: Robyn Stewart BA MSc

Term: Autumn

Day: Saturday

Start Date: 12 October 2024

Time: 10am-4.30pm

No. of weeks: 1

Full fee: £57

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