In this six-part series of programs, viewers can gain a better understanding of the science behind music. The series is derived from the Christmas Lectures at the Royal Institution in Britain, an annual event that is eagerly awaited each holiday season by those with an interest in scientific development. In Science and Music: Science, Strings, and Symphonies, stringed instruments are the focus. The supreme quality of Stradivari instruments is discussed, with attention devoted to the factors that contribute to their excellence. ~ Alice Day, All Movie Guide