A surprising proportion of mathematicians are accomplished musicians. Is it because music and mathematics share patterns that are beautiful? (Martin Gardner)

A surprising proportion of mathematicians are accomplished musicians. Is it because music and mathematics share patterns that are beautiful?

Martin Gardner

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