As MIT's former songwriter-in-residence (2007-2019), I'm passionate about expressing my excitement about science in all its forms through words and music.
New Scientist headlined their profile of me 'Love Songs to Science' and that's exactly what I write, employing the full gamut of musical styles and genres - from contemporary classical to jazz, pop anthem to gentle ballad, modern madrigal to ......well..... unclassifiable - the aggressive 'war song' of Matabele Ants, or the lyrical outpouring of Trillionth Tree being cases in point.
The thing is that they are 'just songs' in lots of different styles. Only when you listen to the words do you realise they are all inspired by science.
If you share my love and enthusiasm for science, this is the group for you. You can be one of the founders of the world's first year-round science choir. For the time being it's free, though I shall ask you to pay a modest fee eventually - the amount is always negotiable according to your ability to pay. But - just come - we'd love to meet you!
There will be a chance to perform alongside my existing choir (founded 20 years ago) the South Devon Singers, in January next year - but performing is always optional. No pressure to perform if it's not your thing.
Write to me at [email protected] for more information - or, better still, just turn up.
You do not need to be associated with the university to join us, by the way, though they are kindly donating the rehearsal space.
You do not need to be associated with the university to join us, by the way, though they are kindly donating the rehearsal space.
Hope to meet you soon
David
David