Short presentation at the UNAWE International Workshop 2015 in Leiden, the Netherlands 5 - 9 October.

1. Creative Teaching with
Astronomically Inspired Music
Matthew Whitehouse
South Carolina State Museum, Columbia,
USA
UNAWE Workshop 2015

2. William Herschel
(1738-1822)
• “Father of modern astronomy”
• Composer, conductor, organist; major figure in
the musical community of Bath, England
Image: bath360.co.uk

3. Teaching Outline
• Introductory activity, listening, reflection
• Scientific AND creative experience: students
discover music/science connections for
themselves
• Nebulae example
Image: ESO

4. Action Shots: University of Arizona
Astronomy Camp
Images: Kate Follette
(The University of Arizona)