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The Pursuit of Beauty with Matthew Wilkinson

Matthew Wilkinson
Byzantine Chant
Greek Orthodox Church
Beauty
Capella Romana
Eastern Orthodox Music
New Orleans
Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral
Philosophy
Consciousness
Music Notation
Western Music
Love
Qualia
Non-Reductive Naturalism
Orthodox Christianity
Art
Music Education
Orthodox Liturgics
Byzantine Manuscripts
L'orgue Mystique

We explore topics such as classical music, Orthodox chant, Bach, Messiaen, architecture, symbolism, the philosophy of mind, aesthetics, and the general pursuit of Beauty.

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In this episode, I’m joined by philosopher and systems thinker Jordan Hall for a wide-ranging conversation about AI, music, and the future of human creativity.

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This is Part Two of my conversation with Dr. John Wykoff, composer and scholar. We continue a wide-ranging discussion on beauty, worship, church music, and the long-term consequences of losing aesthetic seriousness in the life of the church.Dr. Wykof... more

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Recent Guests

Samuel Andreyev
Composer and YouTuber specializing in music analysis
Episode: Why the Avant-Garde Isn’t the Enemy of Tradition
John Wykoff
Composer and Professor with a focus on music theory and spirituality in music.
Lee University
Episode: If I were the devil, I’d start destroy beauty first - John Wykoff
Jordan Hall
Entrepreneur and expert in postmodern philosophy
Episode: Can Beauty Save the World? A Christian Dialogue with Jordan Hall
Chris Hoyt
Composer and church musician with focus on Anglican choral tradition
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Episode: Contemporary Christian vs. Traditional Hymnody | an interview with Chris Hoyt
Dr. John Graham
An expert in Georgian Orthodox chant and a musicologist
Cultural tour company in Georgia
Episode: Georgian Orthodox Chant - Almost Lost Forever with Dr. John Graham
Deacon Henok
Deacon in the Ethiopian Orthodox Church
Ethiopian Orthodox Church
Episode: Ancient Ethiopian Orthodox Chants: 1,500-Year Musical Tradition - Interview with Deacon Henok
Vladimir Morosan
Founder of Musica Russica, a company dedicated to making Russian choral compositions accessible.
Musica Russica
Episode: The Hidden History of Russian Orthodox Chant | Vlad Morosan Interview
Deacon Rubik Mailian
A musician from the Armenian Apostolic Orthodox Church, well-versed in the church's musical chant tradition.
Armenian Apostolic Orthodox Church
Episode: The Mystery of Armenian Apostolic Orthodox Chant, an interview with Deacon Rubik Mailian part 1
Seraphim O'Keefe
Iconographer with a background in classical painting and Orthodox traditions.
Episode: Iconography with Seraphim O'Keefe

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Matthew Wilkinson
Host of The Pursuit of Beauty, engaging in discussions surrounding music, aesthetics, and the philosophy of beauty.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 11 ratings
  • Wonderful explorations

    An intense exploration of various topics in the realm of Orthodoxy, music and spirituality

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    mattwilki145
    United Statesa year ago

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The show's ability to connect historical and contemporary aspects of beauty resonates well with an audience seeking cultural depth.
Listeners appreciate the deep explorations of music and beauty, noting the enriching conversations with a diverse range of guests.
Many find the blend of philosophy and aesthetics particularly insightful, enhancing their understanding of the subjects discussed.

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Why the Avant-Garde Isn’t the Enemy of Tradition
Q: Do you think this lack of public interest is sort of intrinsic to the aesthetic of the music that's being produced, or is it something else?
There are historical and cultural contexts to consider, and the interest in music has been influenced by many factors, including political climates.
Why the Avant-Garde Isn’t the Enemy of Tradition
Q: How did you initially get hooked up with Jordan Peterson?
Samuel mentioned he has known Jordan Peterson personally for almost 20 years and also met Jonathan Peugeot through him.
The Normandy Cantata and the Cost of Losing Beauty | Dr John Wykoff
Q: In your own personal churchmanship, what do you think of having the band up there with the organ and choir up there?
I don't object to it in itself. The problem is in particularities, such as acoustics and the nature of the venue.
The Gregorian Chant Interview (Biggest Myths Debunked) | Bruno de Labriolle
Q: What do you appreciate about Solemnes? Or should I appreciate about Solemnes?
They did an enormous amount of scientific work, taking pictures of many manuscripts and leading to significant preservation.
The Gregorian Chant Interview (Biggest Myths Debunked) | Bruno de Labriolle
Q: What would you say is the main difference between the Solesmes method and the semiological approach?
The Solesmes method values one specific note value while the semiological approach focuses on the shape of nooms.

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