Nova live in Garching bei München

Experience Nova live on February 25th

Nova will be performing a concert at the ESO Supernova Planetarium & Visitor Centre in Garching bei München, Germany on February 25, 2027. Nova is a musical project led by Joe Howe, known for its ambient electronic music often incorporating field recordings and synthesized sounds to create immersive soundscapes. Their work frequently explores themes of space, science, and the natural world, aligning conceptually with the venue’s focus.

The ESO Supernova Planetarium & Visitor Centre serves as the public outreach arm of the European Southern Observatory (ESO). Opened in April 2018, it houses a cutting-edge digital planetarium capable of projecting highly realistic astronomical visualizations. The centre aims to educate and inspire visitors about astronomy, astrophysics, and the ESO’s research activities conducted at observatories like the Very Large Telescope in Chile.

Beyond the planetarium dome itself, the centre features exhibitions detailing the history of astronomy, current research projects, and the technology used in astronomical observation. The building's architecture is also notable, designed to resemble a swirling galaxy. The choice of this location for a Nova performance suggests an intentional synergy between the artist’s thematic interests and the venue’s scientific mission.