Ancient Greek Poetry as Music

Ancient Greek Poetry as Music
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This is a past event

A free lecture by Dr Armand d'Angour of the University of Oxford, organised by the Aberdeen Scottish-Hellenic Society

Dr Armand D'Angour teaches Classical Languages and Literature at Jesus College, Oxford. His book The Greeks and the New was published in 2011; a further book on innovation entitled Eureka: Seven Principles of Innovation is due in 2013. Formerly a professional cellist and musician, he was commissioned by the Mayor of London to compose the Pindaric Ode for the London Olympics 2012. He is currently on 2 years’ research leave (2013-15), part funded by the British Academy, writing a book on ancient Greek music and its relation to Greek poetry and drama.

Speaker
Dr Armand D'Angour, University of Oxford
Hosted by
King's museum
Venue
New King's 10
Contact

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