Minute Out In It: Astronomer in Residence - Dr. David Koerner

Dr. David Koerner is an Emeritus Associate Professor in Astronomy and Planetary Science at Northern Arizona University and an accomplished musician. He was selected as Grand Canyon's 11th Astronomer in Residence. "One of the themes of my residency is exploring deep time--both in earth and in sky. Deep time is a perceptual vastness, one that can make us feel small yet also deeply connected." Spend a Minute Out In It with David, as he serenades visitors with night-sky-themed music on the rim of the Canyon.

The Astronomer in Residence Program is made possible by generous support from Grand Canyon Conservancy and its members. To learn more about Grand Canyon's Astronomer in Residence Program, visit:
https://www.grandcanyon.org/experienc...

Music: "Suite bergamasque, third movement, 'Clair De Lune,'" 1905, written by Claude Debussy, performed by Dr. David Koerner.

Night sky shots courtesy Lauren Cisneros and Bristlecone Media

NPS Video / Rader Lane

An audio-described version of the film can be found here: https://www.nps.gov/media/video/view....