NightLife: “World Oceans Day” | California Academy of Sciences

Submitted by the Event Organizer

In honor of World Oceans Day and the 100th anniversary of Jacques Cousteau’s birthday, the California Academy of Sciences will host the debut performance of ‘Ocean Voices,’ a collaboration between Academy scientist J. Nichols and sound artist Halsey Burgund. The Ocean Voices project aims to open minds and expand awareness about the world’s oceans by recording narratives from around the world and weaving them into a collective musical work.

When: June 3, 2010. Performances will take place at 7:30 and 8:30 pm.
Where: The Academy’s weekly NightLife event, an after-hours program that combines music, cocktails, and science every Thursday night.
Who: Two of Jacques Cousteau’s grandchildren – Fabien and Céline Cousteau – will speak before each performance about the importance of ocean conservation. Halsey Burgund will perform the musical piece with his group, aesthetic evidence.

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