Course
NEW - The philosophy of listening. The birth of the modern ear around 1800
About
This course by pianist, musicologist and philosopher Waldo Geuns explores how a new way of listening emerged around 1800. It includes the Anima Eterna Brugge & Midori Seiler concert at Concertgebouw, Brugge, on 29 April 2027.
What to expect
In this course, pianist, musicologist and philosopher Waldo Geuns looks at how a new 'ear' emerged around 1800.
- Music changed thanks to Mozart and Beethoven.
- The way people listened also changed.
- Texts: Plato, Schopenhauer, Nietzsche, Adorno, Jankélévitch and Goehr.
- Reflect on what a musical work is.
- Why music feels expressive or moving.
Dates
FAQ
Where does it take place?
Concertgebouw
't Zand 34
8000 Brugge
Who leads the course?
Pianist, musicologist and philosopher Waldo Geuns.
What does the course cover?
Waldo Geuns looks at how a new 'ear' emerged around 1800.
Music changed thanks to composers such as Mozart and Beethoven.
The way people listened also changed.
Texts by Plato, Schopenhauer, Nietzsche, Adorno, Jankélévitch and Goehr guide reflection.
The course reflects on what a musical work is and why music feels expressive or moving.
Is a concert included?
Yes.
Concert: Anima Eterna Brugge & Midori Seiler.
Date: Thursday 29 April 2027.
Who organizes it?
Davidsfonds is the organizer.
In collaboration with Concertgebouw Brugge.
Getting there
Concertgebouw, 't Zand 34, 8000 Brugge, West Vlaanderen, BE
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