MOON AESTHETICS

One of the concerns of many people about a permanent settlement on the Moon is whether that will destroy the mystical beauty and grandeur it regularly provides to most people. The thought of monster neon signs advertising some soft drink or new prescription drug sends shudders through most folks.  Equally worrisome are thoughts about industrial use of the Moon that begins to destroy its unique face.  All of this is linked to a long history of Moon Lore that has been a part of Earth history since life arose on this planet.  We emphasize life, rather than just humans.  A variety of Earthly creatures are directly affected behaviorally by the Moon and its phases.  Humans, more than other life forms have included the Moon in a variety of rituals, drama, musical compositions, art, and, most importantly, science.

Speaking of Moon music here are three vastly different samples of how our Moon has been honored by musical compositions: (1) Formal  (2) Romantic (3) Wild Killer.  Now we are sure you can find scads more Moon music, and we hope you will while thinking about our blog.

Moon art is all over and in a variety of formats and impact. We encourage you to look around on the Internet and nearby art galleries. To help you get started you might want to visit here

So what should we do? Not go to the Moon?  Humankind will go to the Moon, our idea is that it should be sooner, and a global effort.  Because Moon aesthetics is global we believe that an agreement on care of Moon aesthetics by the permanent Moon Base would be both a reasonable and sustainable requirement.  Please take the time to add your comments below on what you think.  Make suggestions in addition to your opinions, please.

We close this blog entry with Beethoven's Moonlight Sonata. One of the most brilliant minds in all history. A musical genius who had a deep devotion to not only art, but science.  Play this while looking at a full moon some night. Feel you spirits rise with hope and resolve

CREDITS: Moon image, astrophotograph by Waddell Robey via telescopes at Slooh.com. Used by permission.