Ivories
James Burke touches on pine trees, chintz, bowler hats – and ends up on the ivories.
The Essay · BBC Radio 3
February 11, 202113m 40s
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Show Notes
Legendary broadcaster James Burke reveals unexpected connections between his twin passions of science and classical music. Today's essay ranges from Carolina pine trees, chintz, bowler hats and skyscrapers - and ends on the ivories.