S7:8 EP100: 3-2-1 Blast off! A Musical Tour of the Planets

Happy 100 episodes! To celebrate, we're launching off into space - exploring that 'Love which moves the sun and other stars' - guided by Gustav Holst's epic 7 part orchestral suite 'The Planets.' We'll visit each planet and hear its accompanying musical movement while also learning some fascinating facts (how old are you in Mercury years? Did you know the sun rises twice on Venus in a day? etc). This is a chance to wonder and stand in awe of the world (and other worlds), reminding us of the vast mystery we are all a part of. We'll also hear a beautiful Les Miserables-inspired violin medley at the very end (courtesy of Lindsey Stirling - who has an asteroid named for her if you were wondering). Happy stargazing!   ---- www.bornofwonder.com  www.mediamarqcreative.com Born of Wonder Substack Come to Ireland with me in October 2024!  ----   Story Orchestra - The Planets   Gustav Holst - 'The Planets'   Planet facts courtesy of nasa.com    S2:12 EP21: Look to the Stars   Other music from Blue Dot Sessions Rocket sound effect courtesy of freesound.com    Lindsey Stirling - Les Miserables Medley