Resonant Artifact

Research

Research project “Resonant Artifacts” with spatial designer Iris van der Wal.

Resonant Artifacts explores the potential of applying concepts from archaeoacoustics with contemporary analog techniques to create acoustical designs for objects. Inspired by findings such as the resonant metal vessels in Greek theaters, acoustic pots in French chapels, and acoustic mirrors in the UK, we examined how past cultures used acoustics to shape their environments for the human voice. Previously in my practice I have composed on multichannel speaker systems to create unique acoustics however, in this research collaboration with Iris, we were able to take a more physical and analog approach to acoustics. Through extensive material research and physical experimentation we developed resonant objects using experimental materials that produce distinct acoustic phenomena.

As a finale we created a sonic playground with the Rotterdam Singing Club, providing an ear-bending fun experience, perfectly concluding our theoretical research.

Supported by the Creative Industries Fund NL – Experiment Grant, OMI gallery Rotterdam, and Het Wilde Weten Rotterdam.

Premiere: 2024, Rotterdam