Music and Environmental Communication

August 16, 2024

Planet Philadelphia

Music touches the soul in a way that other sensory experiences do not. Here we present one environmental musical communication for grownups, and one for children.

Stephan Crawford is Executive Producer of The Climate Music Project. This project combines the talents and expertise of world class scientists, composers, musicians, artists, and technology visionaries. It enables the creation and staging of science-guided music and visual experiences inspiring people to engage actively with climate change. The aim is to present pieces of music that stand on their own as music. Stephan will discuss the process of developing and presenting this music and its communicative effectiveness about climate change. We will hear some excerpts of the music.
Julie Be and Anya Rose are the composers and singers of Ants on a Log. Their songs inspire children to face challenges with joy and justice. Julie and Anya discuss their work and the ways music helps to communicate, especially with children trying to learn about climate change.