Listen and learn: the power of sound to unlock science
Our current digital era presents unique challenges for educators in fostering trust, literacy enjoyment/engagement and understanding of science - but the way back in could come from a surprising direction: music.
In this talk, composer and PhD candidate in chemistry Alexis Weaver explores how sound can bring scientific ideas to life. What does a choir vocalising an electron sounds like? Join Alexis as she bends music and science in unexpected ways, proving that learning doesn’t have to come from a textbook – it can be heard, felt, and experienced.
Bio
Alexis Weaver is a composer, sound artist and Associate Lecturer in music technology at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music. Alexis is also a PhD candidate in the School of Chemistry. If that sounds like an unusual combination, it is – but this intersection of disciplines allows Alexis to explore how sound design can engage people in science.
As a passionate composer and educator in electronic music, Alexis has produced soundtracks for animation, short film, theatre, dance and podcasts. In 2023, Alexis was selected for a residency at La Biennale di Venezia and explored Artificial Intelligence in music at the Sydney Opera House and for the SxSW Festival.
Event
Thursday 3 April, 6:15 – 7:00 PM @Foundry 616, 616 Harris St, Ultimo NSW 2007
The other talk at this location is To protect human rights, tell human stories at 7:30 – 8:15 PM
Foundry616 offers the best in contemporary jazz and jazz-oriented music from the best stars of today and tomorrow.
