Sound Field

Arthur Buckner and Nahre Sol are accomplished musicians and music teachers exploring the music theory, production, history and culture behind our favorite songs and musical styles.

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Jan 16, 2019

2 seaons till May 13, 2021

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(US)
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rewire.org

Status: Returning Series

In Production

Last episode: Why Is Für Elise so Famous? (And Is It Overrated?)

Seasons & episodes

Total 2 seasons, 39 episodes

Season 1

Aired

32 Episodes
  • Episode 1How James Brown Invented Funk min

    James Brown, the Godfather of Soul, created the DNA for funk. Musicians LA Buckner and Nahre Sol explore how he created funk music, as well as how Brown's music influenced hip hop. They break down the sound of the genre, and create their own funky original song in the process.

  • Episode 2Why Does Sarah McLachlan’s “Angel” Sound So Sad? min

    It only takes a few notes of Sarah MacLachlan’s “Angel” over images of homeless dogs and cats to trigger our tear ducts. Heartbreaking visuals aside, what makes the song itself so sad? What is it musically about a song that makes it sound sad? Hosts Nahre Sol and LA Buckner hear from experts and break down the components of sad-sounding music, creating their own somber composition.

  • Episode 3How Trap Music Took Over min

    Hi-hats. That blazing fast sound is everywhere—pop, reggaeton, country—and hi-hats are essential in trap music. Where exactly did trap music come from and how did it become a part of so many other musical styles? Hosts LA Buckner and Nahre Sol explore the genre's roots and make their own original beat inspired by the trap sound.

  • Episode 4Music from the Golden Ratio and Fibonacci Sequence min

    Since the beginning of time Phi—also known as the golden ratio—has inspired the world around us. Have you ever noticed how some pieces of music just seem to make sense? From the notes and chords to the phrasing and dynamics, they can all feel like they were meant to go together. Many people believe this is not a coincidence but the golden ratio in action.

  • Episode 5The Metal Scream: From Nordic Vikings to Black Sabbath min

    Black Sabbath and Led Zeppelin were some of the first bands to perform the metal scream, but the origin of screaming in music actually goes back a lot further to the Nordic Vikings.

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