Audio Universe: Tour of the Solar System
What do the planets sound like?
Board a spacecraft fitted with a sonification machine that turns the light from objects in space into sound. Start under the stars at ESO’s Very Large Telescope in Chile, then lift off to visit the Earth, Moon, Sun and every planet in the Solar System.
The soundtrack takes the lead, so the show can be enjoyed whatever your level of sight, making it ideal for SEN and visually impaired groups. Created by astronomers at Newcastle and Portsmouth universities and released by ESO.
Show type
Astronomy / SEN Duration: 35 min KS1 – KS5 / Families / Adults / SENWhat audiences take away from Audio Universe: Tour of the Solar System
Format360° fulldome film in our mobile planetarium
Running time35 minutes
Suitable forAges 6+, KS1–KS5, Families, Adults, SEN
SubjectsAstronomy, Physics
- A tour of the Sun, Moon and all eight planets
- How astronomers turn data into sound
- An accessible show designed for visually impaired audiences
Curriculum links
Earth and spaceSoundKS1–KS5
Frequently asked questions
What age is Audio Universe: Tour of the Solar System suitable for?
Audio Universe: Tour of the Solar System is suitable for Ages 6+, KS1–KS5, Families, Adults, SEN. Tell us your year groups and we will check it is the right fit, or suggest an alternative.
How long is Audio Universe: Tour of the Solar System?
The film runs for about 35 minutes. Most schools book it as part of a 45–60 minute session with a live, presenter-led introduction and time for questions.
Can we combine Audio Universe: Tour of the Solar System with a live astronomer show?
Yes. Book it as our 2-in-1 performance: a live, presenter-led tour of tonight’s real night sky, followed by Audio Universe: Tour of the Solar System and a Q&A.
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