Einstein in Oxford: Thinking in Music

Date: Thu, 18 June 2026 · 18:00 - 19:00
Cost: £8
Venue: Trinity College (Levine Building)
Address: Broad Street, Oxford OX1 3BH, United Kingdom
Event page: https://hsm.ox.ac.uk/event/einstein-oxford

Einstein in Oxford: Thinking in Music 🎻✨

Discover how Albert Einstein’s lifelong love of music shaped his scientific imagination. This special evening brings together writer Andrew Robinson, astrophysicist Professor Roger Davies, and physicist Professor Brian Foster OBE for a rich conversation on the interplay between music and scientific creativity. Interwoven throughout the event, violinists Zakiya Leeming and Linda Jankowska perform three new musical miniatures composed especially for the occasion.

What to expect:

  • 🎶 Live performances of three new violin miniatures inspired by Einstein’s scientific legacy
  • 💬 A panel discussion exploring how music influenced Einstein’s thinking and continues to inspire research today
  • 🥂 A relaxed drinks reception following the conversation