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278. The Matter with Things | Iain McGilchrist

The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast

CHAPTER

The Harmony of Beauty and Music

This chapter explores the fascinating relationship between beauty, symmetry, and their representation in art and music, using butterflies and human preferences as key examples. It discusses the depth of expression found in analog music versus digital sounds and how this relates to our understanding of beauty and truth. The conversation further examines music's role in cognitive development and emotional resonance, suggesting that it connects us to deeper patterns of existence.

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