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Galileo and Art, part 1

The Disappearing Spoon: a science history podcast with Sam Kean

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This chapter explores the life and influence of 16th-century Italian lute player Vincenzo, known for his bold personality and innovative ideas on music tuning. By challenging the Pythagorean system and proposing his own theories, Vincenzo significantly advanced the understanding of music and its relationship to the cosmos.

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