The madman's orchestra : the greatest curiosities from the history of music

Brooke-Hitching, Edward2025

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In 'The Madman's Orchestra', join Edward Brooke-Hitching as he lifts the curtain on the strangest episodes from the entire history of music, taking us on a backstage tour of surprising and eccentric stories. From the musical secrets of prehistoric monuments to the future of compositions by artificial intelligence, 'The Madman's Orchestra' uncovers the most curious tales, madcap musicians, and unusual instruments lost in time - and answers questions including: What does the song of a black hole sound like? Which composition requires four helicopters and a string quartet with strong stomachs to play it correctly? How exactly would the 'cat piano' sound, and would it be any more pleasing to the ear than the 'hog harmonium'?