Re-aired July 2018
This program documents an extraordinary musical experience at the edge of Oregon's Crater Lake, known as giiwas to the Klamath Tribes. More than 130 musicians -- including classical musicians and Klamath drummers -- gathered at Crater Lake National Park to perform the world premiere of a powerful new score, "Natural History," inspired by the legendary lake.
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Symphony for Nature: The Britt Orchestra at Crater Lake
What Is 'Natural History’ About?
Linking "Natural History" with our relationship to the natural world.
Symphony for Nature: The Britt Orchestra at Crater Lake
Sounds of Crater Lake summers are a brief respite to the quiet beauty of its long winters.
Symphony for Nature: The Britt Orchestra at Crater Lake
The Inspiration Behind ‘Natural History’
Composer Michael Gordon discusses his inspiration while writing “Natural History.”
Symphony for Nature: The Britt Orchestra at Crater Lake
The Klamath Creation Story of Giiwas (Crater Lake)
Explore the Klamath Tribe legend of the creation of giiwas.
Symphony for Nature: The Britt Orchestra at Crater Lake
Enjoy an extraordinary musical experience at the edge of Oregon's Crater Lake.
Symphony for Nature: The Britt Orchestra at Crater Lake
Bringing the Performance to Life
Michael Gordon talks about the collaborative forces behind the performance at Crater Lake.
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