Tuning In - Classical Music and the Creative Mind

Explore the intricate relationship between classical music and human creativity in this 47-minute talk by composer Anthony Brandt at The Aspen Institute. Delve into Beethoven's string quartets as vivid examples of creative thinking, drawing insights from Brandt's co-authored book "The Runaway Species: How Human Creativity Remakes the World." Witness live demonstrations by musicians from the Aspen Music Festival, illustrating how Beethoven's inventiveness reflects the human mind's creative processes. Gain a deeper understanding of how our social nature drives creativity and how classical music serves as a compelling model for innovative thinking. Featuring performances by Samuel Park and Shellie Brown on violins, Wenlong Huang on viola, and Katherine Audas on cello.