蜜芽传媒

Ivan Hewett is delving into the question of why certain musical keys have become associated with particular moods.

He's joined by cellist and composer Philip Sheppard who defines the qualities of E minor.

The music ranges from Brahms, Elgar and Shostakovich to The Clash.

Producer: Rosie Boulton

First broadcast on 蜜芽传媒 Radio 4 in September 2010.