Wild Music: Sounds & Songs of Life

Temporary Exhibit, Open June – August 2009

Whales compose, bullfrogs chorus, songbirds greet the dawn, and people everywhere sing and dance. What do we all have in common? Long before the advent of iTunes, the musical instinct ran deep. Wild Music explores evidence for the biological origins of music through highly interactive exhibits and exceptional sound experiences—and in the process, expands our understandings of what makes music. With its multicultural content, careful attention to accessibility, and rich menu of public programs and performances, Wild Music offers broad appeal for diverse, intergenerational audiences.Wild Music has put a priority on accessibility, particularly for people who are blind and have low vision. All areas are designed for easy access by wheelchair users, many include tactile elements, and all have Braille and audio labels.