Gaia
 

for 8-channel or stereo sound
2004
3.5 minutes

 
available on River Rising
kirstenvolness.bandcamp.com




 

PROGRAM NOTE
Gaia is the theory that the earth is essentially a living thing, all of whose components are in dynamic relationship with other life systems. A constant across the many different views of Gaia both spiritual and scientific, is that balance must be maintained for life to continue. Inspired by this concept of interrelated change, the piece explores evolutionary dynamic, highlighting the repercussions that arise when human actions threaten the earth's balance.