Mechanical Music: Vancouver New Music 2016 Festival
Orpheum Annex, 823 Seymour, Vancouver Mechanical Music creates a sonic universe in which mechanical and electro-mechanical movements and sounds are vital components of the artworks. This year’s festival presents a variety of musicians and sound artists who are developing both mechanical and algorithmic systems to generate sound works, compositions and installations.
Featured performers include Lucas Abela (Australia), Adam Basanta (Montreal), Peter Hannan and Camille Hesketh (Vancouver), Anne-F Jacques (Montreal), Koka Nikoladze (Georgia/Norway), Tristan Perich (US), George Rahi (Vancouver), Jocelyn Robert (Quebec City), Kelly Ruth (Winnipeg), and Sabrina Schroeder (Canada/UK).