Gregory Laughlin, a professor at our very own university, has recently been working with the famous Philip Glass in a project called “The Music of the Spheres.” Laughlin is a professor of astronomy and astrophysics whose research delves into orbital dynamics and the evolution of planetary systems. Glass is one of the most influential composers of the past half-century. Though sometimes called a “minimalist,” Glass describes his compositions as “music with repetitive structures.” Sound tasty? The two are working together to “sonify” planetary movements. You can find out much more (including everything that I have no idea about but would like to tell you) this Thursday in an interview with Laughlin, conducted by one of our talented news team members.

Each Thursday you can catch our very own KZSC news team join Jacob Margolis on On What Grounds. The show runs from 7-8pm, right after the KPFA news. Be sure to tune in online, in your car, or in your house!

Philip Glass + UCSC astronomer = Music of the Spheres. Interview Thursday! is a post from: KZSC Santa Cruz