University Open Air: Nature Sounds
From polished hard surfaces of shells to hollow spaces in dried pumpkins to flexible blades of grass, the biodiversity of natural ecosystems inspires infinite ways of producing sounds and making music. During this conversation we will listen to some examples and reflect together on how many forms of music-making are a purposeful, careful, and caring dialogue with the natural world.
Lorenzo Vanelli completed a Ph.D. in Ethnomusicology in 2019 at the University of Bologna, Italy, with a focus on music traditions of the African Diaspora in the Mediterranean and the U.S. His interest focused on how diasporic communities re-interpret music traditions to discuss and resist current and historical struggles, as well as to affirm or challenge identities. Lorenzo works for Upwardly Global, a non-profit that supports immigrants in the US to find jobs in their professional fields.
*In case of rain, classes may be canceled. Registered patrons will be notified by email on the morning of the course day should classes need to be canceled and are also encouraged to check the UOA webpage and BPL Presents’ Facebook and Twitter pages for updates.
Classes will take place outside along the lawn surrounding the Boathouse in Prospect Park.
Presented in collaboration with Prospect Park Alliance.
University Open Air is generously supported by The Morris & Alma Schapiro Fund.
101 East Drive
Brooklyn, NY 11225
From polished hard surfaces of shells to hollow spaces in dried pumpkins to flexible blades of grass, the biodiversity of natural ecosystems inspires infinite ways of producing sounds and making music. During this conversation we will listen to some examples and reflect together on how many forms of music-making are a purposeful, careful, and caring dialogue with the natural world.
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