Tetragrammaton with Rick Rubin cover image

Víkingur Ólafsson

Tetragrammaton with Rick Rubin

00:00

Musical Reflections: From Folk to Bach

This chapter delves into the emotional and historical significance of Icelandic folk music, particularly the song 'We're Life and Death May Dwell,' while exploring its themes of mortality and generational connections. It also provides an in-depth examination of Bach's Goldberg Variations, emphasizing the intricate interplay of musical structure and emotional resonance. The conversation further investigates how performers can interpret compositions subjectively, highlighting the creative freedom inherent in musical variations.

Transcript
Play full episode

The AI-powered Podcast Player

Save insights by tapping your headphones, chat with episodes, discover the best highlights - and more!
App store bannerPlay store banner
Get the app