In this evening conversation, Dr. Begbie spoke about music, beauty, freedom, and the God who makes them possible. He studied philosophy and music at Edinburgh University, and theology at Aberdeen and Cambridge. A professionally trained musician, has performed as a pianist, oboist and conductor. He's also a minister of the Church of England and served as a pastor of a church in West London. 

He's released numerous books including Voicing Creation's Praise: Towards a Theology of the Arts, Theology, Music and Time, and Resounding Truth: Christian Wisdom in the World of Music.