Classix Conversations - The Intersection of Science & Music

What happens when planetary science becomes the inspiration for orchestral music? Composer Amanda Lee Falkenberg’s The Moons Symphony transforms decades of space exploration and scientific discovery into a cinematic musical journey through the outer solar system. In this lecture, Falkenberg will explore the fascinating process behind the work—from her initial inspiration and collaboration with NASA planetary scientists and astronauts to translating real scientific phenomena into musical storytelling. Discover how science, music, art, and imagination intersect to create a new way of experiencing the cosmos—and the extraordinary journey that brings The Moons Symphony to Reno for its world premiere.