440 hz Archives - A Journal of Musical Things

A follow-up to “The great 440 Hz conspiracy and why all our music is wrong”

Eighteen months ago, I wrote a piece for Global News about how our standard 12-note Western scale of music is

[This is my weekly column for GlobalNews.ca – AC] Gather ’round, kids. Those of you with tinfoil hats may wish

Gary Whelan, the drummer in the Happy Mondays, is a mate of mine. The last time we got together for

I love me a good conspiracy. Who really shot JFK? Is the British royal family actually lizard people? Did NASA

The notes on the Western scale didn’t always sound the way they do today. In the Olden Day, middle A on

Back in 1953, the International Standards Organization sought to bring some sanity to music. To make sure everyone everywhere was

Research is behind every great story – Marc LeBlanc in conversation with TBP Podcast EP 008 October 19, 2020
As sports fans, we have historically been obsessed with the live match. Call it what you want, “appointment viewing” or “DVR proof”, the truth is, the live broadcast only showcases a portion of the overall story. Regardless of how and why you follow a player, team, match or competition, the stories that emerge both on […]
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AI democratizes sports data insights – Craig Buntin and Émilie Fournelle in conversation with TBP Podcast EP 007 October 14, 2020
Craig Buntin has spent most of his life on an edge. An Olympian and former 3-time Canadian pairs figure skating champion, Craig has made a name for himself by making bold moves on and off the ice. Fast forward to today, and his AI sports-tech company SportLogiq has already transformed how data is collected and […]
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The Ups and Downs of the Production Business – Don Young in Conversation with TBP Podcast EP 006 September 29, 2020
Glamour and fame usually come to mind when we imagine a career as a tv producer. The truth, however, can be quite different. To reach the top of this field takes decades of sacrifice and commitment. Join us as Don Young shares his story and the lessons he has learned during his career as one […]
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