Ecological Memory in Popular Music by The Amphitheatre, Hallett Cove SA 5158, Australia

This single-day presentation explores ecological memory in popular music, offering new perspectives on how music reflects human experiences amid the climate crisis. Dr. Kathryn Cox, Academic Lead of Music & Performing Arts at Liverpool Hope University and Elizabeth Wood Fellow at Adelaide University, applies long-term environmental analysis to popular music studies, drawing from biology and history. The talk examines case studies of musicians' emotional engagements with environmental change, from nostalgia to trauma. Scheduled for 23 April 2026, from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Prudence Myer Studio in Southbank, the event is wheelchair accessible with tickets priced at $2.