Arts and Music (Audio)

In their 2020 documentary series Move, French filmmakers Thierry Demaizière and Alban Teurlai take viewers on a tour of the world of dance, shining a spotlight on the artists that shape the art of movement. In this program, UCSB's Stephanie Batiste talks with Jon Boogz and Lil Buck, who have shown throughout their careers that street dance is a form of high art - with artistry and originality. Series: "Carsey-Wolf Center" [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 40738]

Kuiyi Shen, Professor of Art History, Theory, and Criticism at UC San Diego, offers a fascinating look at Japanese art during the Nara period, a golden age of court culture. He explores the Great Buddha at Tōdai-ji in Nara, from its monumental bronze casting to the throne imagery depicting the Western Paradise. Shen highlights the Four Heavenly Kings (Shitennō) and their symbolic armor, influenced by China’s Tang Dynasty. He also examines the Shōsōin Imperial Storehouse, built to protect treasures from China, Korea, and Japan. Combining Chinese architectural elements with Japanese granary design, it stands as a remarkable example of cultural exchange and adaptation that shaped the art and architecture of the era. Series: "Osher UC San Diego Distinguished Lecture Series" [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 40870]

Earth Serenade presents some July 4th fireworks with exuberant and playful dance between violinist Angie Shyr and alto saxphonist Chris Cheek as we fly over the deep browns and reds of Sahara followed by night views of the Mediterranean. The images are from ISS 67. Enjoy this wonderful collection of Earth and music. Series: "Arts Channel " [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 40880]

As part of our Earth Serenade series, we present Stardust Sinfonie from BachFest, the annual gathering of musicians and fans in Bach’s hometown of Leipzig, Germany. The music is performed by Stardust Sinfonie, a German trio of flute, harpsichord and vibraphone. In this piece, Andrei Pushkarov performs Bach's Prelude in C Sharp minor. Images are from the crew of ISS 48. Series: "Arts Channel " [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 40874]

As part of our Earth Serenade series, we present music by Dwayne Haggins & Friends to accompany these beautiful images of Earth taken by the crew of ISS 65. The song "I Get Sad" evokes honest emotions as we watch the dancing aurora and night clouds. “Where it Wants” follows rivers, mountains and a hurricane. Series: "Arts Channel " [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 40873]

In our latest Earth Serenade, enjoy this orbital 6,000 mile journey at dawn from the Atlantic Ocean to the Bay of Bengal. We pass over Europe, Asia and India, to dusk over Bay of Bengal courtesy of the crew of the ISS 40. The beautiful music of Bach's Toccata and Fugue in F Major is performed by Laura Bottei in her official Master of Music Recital on the Fisk organ at Indiana University. Series: "Earth Serenade" [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 40787]

As part of our Earth Serenade series, we honor French organist and Bach specialist Andre Isoir, who died in 2016. Working with Isoir's son, Daniel, we bring you this lovely and serene Fantasia and Fugue in C minor, by Carl Philipp Emmanual Bach, the son of Johann Sebastian Bach. Cinematography by astronauts on Expeditions 71 aboard the International Space Station in 2024. It’s a magical journey and tribute to Andre Isoir. Series: "Earth Serenade" [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 40758]

Under the direction of Music Director Emeritus Steven Schick, the La Jolla Symphony and Chorus presented Igor Stravinsky’s Le Sacre du printemps (The Rite of Spring), one of the most influential works of the 20th century. Premiered in 1913, Stravinsky’s groundbreaking ballet score is renowned for its driving rhythms, daring harmonies, and bold orchestration. Originally met with shock and controversy, the work has become a landmark in modern classical music. Schick’s interpretation brings out the piece’s raw energy and emotional intensity, offering audiences a powerful exploration of human passion and ritual through sound. Series: "La Jolla Symphony & Chorus" [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 40587]