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The Gravitas Project intertwines astronomy and art, showcasing dynamic simulations from supercomputers alongside original compositions by composer and pianist John Kameel Farah. This innovative collaboration aims to illustrate the beauty of the universe and inspire audiences on multiple levels—scientific, educational, artistic, musical, and spiritual. Features include downloadable animations, a DVD with educational components, and live performances in Toronto. The project encourages exploration and appreciation of cosmic phenomena through captivating visuals and immersive soundscapes.
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Gravitas Project Science and Art Collaboration John Dubinski - astronomy/simulations John Kameel Farah - composer/pianist Goal: Express the beauty of the dynamic universe using animations from supercomputer simulations accompanied by original music. The idea is to inspire people on many levels including the scientific, educational, artistic, musical and spiritual.
Project Components • Website - www.galaxydynamics.org • Downloadable animations with detailed descriptions • Gravitas DVD - 9 animations - 45:00 runtime • Structure formation, galaxy interactions, galaxy clusters, star clusters, some 3D animation, scientific and artistic narration (optional), educational booklet • Live solo performance by John Farah with visuals by JD - 3 shows so far in Toronto with more planned
Plans for 2006 • Many new animations planned with improved numerical resolution plus new material • HD format resolution • HD-DVD/Blu-ray version • Digital Dome/IMAX format animations… • More live performances Please check out: www.galaxydynamics.org