Episode 7: Part I: The Wonder of Music

In this episode, theologian, philospher, and music lover Dr. Michael Waldstein discusses the mysterious beauty that music possesses. Reflecting on his scholarly work on the Theology of the Body, Dr. Waldstein unpacks the phenomenon of expression and how the person is revealed in a mysterious way when they make music. This 1st half ends with a reflection on the text and music of a beautifully powerful piece of classical music by J.S. Bach from his Cantata 32.

Here are the classical songs that are mentioned in this episode:

Beethoven - Pathetique Sonata Mozart - Flute Quartets J.S. Bach - Cantata 32 1st Movement “Liebster Jesu, Mein Verlangen”