The Rhythm of Life is a 1997–1998 BBC three-part documentary series presented by Sir George Martin, exploring the fundamental components of music—rhythm, melody, and harmony. Martin interviews influential artists like Paul McCartney, Brian Wilson, Céline Dion, and Billy Joel, examining the creation of music, its universality and why it means so much to us.
Discusses harmony, starting with its origins and giving examples and views from Bobby McFerrin, The Laurel Canyon Ramblers, Michael Tilson Thomas, The London Symphony Orchestra, Billy Joel, Stevie Wonder, Paul McCartney, The Bee Gees, and others.
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