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Perfection

22/04/2012

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Texts and music on the theme of perfection. Readers: Helen Baxendale and David Schofield.

A sequence of poetry, prose and music on the theme of perfection, with readings by Helen Baxendale and David Schofield.

Physical beauty is the ultimate expression of human perfection. In geometry, the circle is, according to Aristotle, 'the perfect, first, most beautiful form'. This week's Words and Music goes in pursuit of perfection - an often elusive intangible concept for many writers and musicians. It can be an unattainable state, ending only in disappointment and failure. But there is still hope, for comfort can be found in the simplicity and stability of its sibling, imperfection. With readings by Helen Baxendale and David Schofield. 

Producer: Gavin Heard.

Live music and the arts: broadcasts more live music than any other radio network. Classical music is its core. Genres include world and new music, jazz, speech and drama.

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