The Planets Recomposed with Astronomer in Residence Dr. David Koerner
Brief introductions to individual planets preface solo piano arrangements loosely based on "The Planets" by Gustav Holst. Images from telescopes and space missions will be projected to aid listener meditations.
- October 22, 2024
- 6:30PM–7:30PM MST
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Shrine of the Ages
Dr. David Koerner
Dr. David Koerner is an Emeritus Associate Professor in Astronomy and Planetary Science at NAU and an accomplished musician. He has conducted groundbreaking studies of planet-forming disks at NASA/JPL, co-authored a book on astrobiology, and developed innovative field courses combining astronomy and Earth history. He is a violinist and violist who performs with the Dark Sky Quartet and is also a featured pianist at the Grand Canyon Music Festival. Dr. Koerner will be Grand Canyon Conservancy Astronomer in Residence through November 4th, 2024.