Robert Laidlow’s Reality Eaters Blends Science and Classical Music
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A new album by composer Robert Laidlow, titled "Reality Eaters," explores concepts from physics and artificial intelligence through classical music. The album, released on the NMC label, features works that engage with Einstein's field equations, Newton's law of universal gravitation, and the impact of AI on human creativity. The BBC Philharmonic performs on several tracks, with Vimbayi Kaziboni conducting. The album is available for listening on Apple Music and Spotify.
What’s reported
The album "Reality Eaters" is Robert Laidlow's debut on the NMC label.
"Warp" is a 12-minute piano concerto that proposes a musical solution to Einstein's field equations.
Pianist Joseph Havlat performs on "Warp," with the BBC Philharmonic and Vimbayi Kaziboni providing support.
"Gravity" is performed by the Piatti Quartet and is described as a harmonically unstable homage to Newton's universal law.
"Silicon" is a three-movement work that reckons with the impact of AI on human creativity, including movements titled "Mind," "Body," and "Soul."
The album is available on Apple Music and Spotify.
Key figures
Robert Laidlow (composer)
Joseph Havlat (pianist)
Vimbayi Kaziboni (conductor)
BBC Philharmonic (orchestra)
Piatti Quartet (string quartet)
Sources: The Guardian
