Worlds of Music

Stylised blue-green photos of a monk, a pixellated dog, a close-up spore, a person on a hill, a toy robot and a banana wrapped in chains

This series explores a selection of wonders of the musical world: artists, pieces and genres of particular invention, revolution and cultural collision. From African drumming to Arvo Pärt, from Bach to The Beatles, these lectures shine a light on moments which have shaped and enriched our musical landscape, demonstrating the endless diversity and expressive potential of music.