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Missed the exhibit? No problem. You can still experience Sonic Scenery by purchasing the CD and downloading it onto your iPod. Roam the exhibit halls while listening to each of the corresponding songs. A complete map of the galleries and songs is included with the CD. To purchase the CD or catalog w/the CD, visit: www.sonicscenery.com . A limited number of the Sonic Scenery T-shirts are also still available.
Sonic Scenery is a new kind of exhibit that invites you to see through music. 10 of the most innovative modern musicians and composers from a variety of styles were invited to compose music inspired by the gallery of their choice.
Now you can explore the Museum accompanied by a brand new soundtrack with music by the Sun Ra Arkestra, Ozomatli, Autolux, Nels Cline, Matmos, Stephen Hartke, Nobody, Jon Hassell, Languis, David J and an introduction by Esa-Pekka Salonen, Music Director of the Los Angeles Philharmonic.
How does it work you ask?
Sonic Scenery is heard by headphones allowing you to choose your own route and pace through the exhibition.
It's easy. Just come down to the Natural History Museum then rent an audio system, headphones, and guide at the blue booth on level 1 of the Museum. Infrared signals automatically trigger each composition to play upon entering a gallery, allowing you to explore freely without pushing buttons (people seem to love not having to push buttons).
This is the first exhibit of its kind and it is only available until August 3rd so be sure to stop by the Natural History Museum this summer.
The Sun Ra Arkestra recording their Sonic Scenery composition, Pyramid of the Moon, in the hall of Ancient Latin America:
Languis recording their Sonic Scenery composition, Mending Spear, Part II, in the hall of Dinosaurs:

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Member Since: 05/01/2006
Band Website: www.sonicscenery.com
Band Members: The Sun Ra Arkestra
Ozomatli
David J
Autolux
Matmos
Stephen Hartke
Languis
Nels Cline
Jon Hassell
Nobody and Mystic Chords of Memory

Introduction by
Esa-Pekka Salonen , Music Director of the Los Angeles Philharmonic
SONIC SCENERY
MUSIC FOR COLLECTIONS CD
Sonic Scenery store

All 10 tracks from the Sonic Scenery exhibition plus 3 bonus tracks. All music was composed specifically for the exhibit and is not available elsewhere.
SEE | HEAR
MUSEUMS AND IMAGINATION
CATALOG w/ CD
Sonic Scenery store

This beautiful catalog introduces the See | Hear concept that inspired the innovative Sonic Scenery and Conversations exhibitions at the Natural History Museum. Includes full color photos by B+ and Coleman , statements from the artists, and -of course- the Sonic Scenery CD.
SONIC SCENERY T-SHIRTS
Sonic Scenery store

4 different styles of Sonic Scenery t-shirts available exclusively through our online store. High quality screen printing on American Apparel shirts.
Influences: Dinosaurs, North American Mammals, Mesozoic Sea Fossils, Ancient Latin America, Gems & Minerals, American History, Cenozoic Fossils, African Mammals
Record Label: Unknown Indie
Type of Label: Indie

My Blog

Sonic Scenery wins 2007 "Ingenuity" Award!

Hello Everyone!The Sonic Scenery team is here in Chicago for the The American Association of Museums, Media & Technology Committee MUSE awards ceremony. Last night at the ceremony, ...
Posted by on Mon, 14 May 2007 08:04:00 GMT

First Fridays April 6th

Hey everyone, its almost that time again... Here are the details for the upcoming First FridaysApr 6, 2007 - Diversity of Life Series, Pt 4:8:00pm, MUSIC: Plaid+THE SUBMARINES+DJ sets by Hoseh an...
Posted by on Thu, 15 Mar 2007 13:08:00 GMT

Matmos and Marshall Allen this First Friday

Sonic Scenery artists Matmos and Marshall Allen of the Sun Ra Arkestra will be performing together this Friday at the Natural History Museum in the hall of North American Mammals! This is a rare conve...
Posted by on Tue, 27 Feb 2007 09:59:00 GMT

First Fridays at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles

Hey Friends! Just wanted to let you know that the museum has a special events series called First Fridays. Please visit our Myspage Page for the details! Here is the run down for the March 2. Su...
Posted by on Fri, 16 Feb 2007 11:57:00 GMT

Thank you!!!

Well, that's it. Sonic Scenery at the Natural History Museum has officially ended. We would like to thank everyone that came out to experience this new kind of exhibit! All the positive feed...
Posted by on Thu, 03 Aug 2006 17:29:00 GMT

LAST DAY TOMORROW, AUG 3!!!

Thursday, August 3 is the last day of Sonic Scenery. That's tomorrow folks!!! This is it - your last chance! The Museum is open from 9:30am to 5:00pm so come on over and check it out! Call in sick! Ta...
Posted by on Wed, 02 Aug 2006 17:42:00 GMT

LAST WEEK IS FREE!

To celebrate our last week we have decided to make Sonic Scenery FREE w/ NHM admission! You have exactly 7 days to get down to the Natural History Museum, so this it! This exhibition is an amazing exp...
Posted by on Thu, 27 Jul 2006 11:55:00 GMT

Saturdays and Nobody

We had a record number of Sonic Scenery visitors last week and Free Saturday was packed again! And judging by the feedback we've been getting, you all are really enjoying the exhibit. Thanks to a...
Posted by on Mon, 24 Jul 2006 10:49:00 GMT

Nobody and Mystic Chords of Memory at El Cid tomorrow night!

Nobody and Mystic Chords of Memory will be performing at El Cid tomorrow night and the Sonic Scenery crew will be there spreading the word about this amazing audio exhibit with its imminent August 3 e...
Posted by on Wed, 19 Jul 2006 15:22:00 GMT

Lots of love for free Saturdays!

Judging by the number of people checking out Sonic Scenery the last few weekends, you guys are loving free Saturdays! And that's a good thing because we're counting down with just under 3 weeks until ...
Posted by on Mon, 17 Jul 2006 09:28:00 GMT