art for earth’s sake
The Sound Planet Music Festival was founded in 2023 to present impactful performances and learning opportunities focused on the climate and biodiversity crises. Events include indoor + outdoor concerts, lectures + education sessions, immersive + interactive activities, and more. Performers and audiences come together to hear the world in new ways, to find inspiration from music and nature, and to follow a collective call to action.
The 2023 SPMF was hosted by Rowan University in Glassboro, NJ. Stay tuned for information about future events to take place throughout South Jersey.
Joseph Higgins, founding director
Joseph Higgins (he/him) is a conductor and educator who inspires curiosity, creativity, and connection through music. Since 2015, Dr. Higgins has served as Director of Bands at Rowan University where he conducts the Wind Ensemble and teaches courses in conducting and band literature. For outstanding work in the classroom, he was awarded the 2018 Frances S. Johnson Innovative Teaching Award. He also received the University’s 2017-2018 Values Award for Inclusivity in recognition of his curating a “Music of Social Justice” performance series. Dr. Higgins served as co-chair of the Rowan University Catalysts for Sustainability program.