They say that music is a science, yes! Pythagoras is considered the originator of music theory, combining intervals and mathematical calculations to create the notes of the major scale. However, perhaps only Leonard Bernstein, in his famous Harvard speech, [The Unanswered Question 1973], truly explained the why and how. Through his explanation of the harmonic series, he demonstrated the scientific basis of music theory.
The top image is a graph of the first nine harmonics of a harmonic series. The bottom image is an x-ray of the internal structure of a shell.
However, he also observed something profound:
"What we calculate and explain, or try to explain, through the musical theory of Pythagoras, only Indian music lovers can hear; they can demonstrate any mood through their scales, which they call Raaga. And a Raaga is not just a scale; it's something more. If you can't appreciate it or feel it, it will put you to sleep in minutes."
After observing how a harmonic series and a conch shell are similar, I feel that this connection and our ancient understanding of music could lead to a deeper understanding. Our ancestors understood everything before the father of music theory, Pythagoras.
The only word that comes to mind after seeing this image is PANCHAJANYA.
"The highest goal of music is to connect the soul to its Divine Nature, not entertainment." — Pythagoras
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