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Andrew Bird and Ian Schneller's Sonic Arboretum

submitted by Issykitty

1 decade 2 years 4 months 3 weeks ago

December 6-31, 2011

A collection of horned speakers, made from compressed recycled newsprint and dryer lint, created by sculptor and instrument-maker Ian Schneller and composer/violinist Andrew Bird, are installed in the MCA's atrium to create a unique sound garden. Bird records the initial compositions on-site at the MCA and sends musical information to different groups of horns via multiple loops. He layers and changes the compositions throughout the remainder of the installation off-site via computer technology.

On December 21 and 22, Bird performs in the space. These "Sonic Events" are not traditional concerts: Bird plays violin and manipulates the sounds while people move through the installation space. Tickets are required ($28 for MCA members; $35 for nonmembers).

For information and tickets, visit mcachicago.org.