‘Sonic Studio’ developed by Amanda McIvor is an immersive sound experience that envelops the audience in a blanket of sound, in an attempt to eliminate all other sensory organs. Drawing attention internally, it grounds the body and showcases the connection between listening and being.

My relationship to, and my passion for, sound has been a driving force in my life that began in childhood. During the media studies program, I have focused on sound design and how one can be affected by it.

“I believe the world is oversaturated with fast and flashy visuals; my piece focuses on slow media and meditative practice. This project is important because people need to slow down and attain self-awareness to understand our ears’ capability to connect our minds with our bodies. Listening is often overlooked, and I believe this is mainly due to the fact that hearing, in our everyday lives, is passive. We often forget to take a moment and listen. But, by focusing on active listening one can discover things about themselves and the world around them.” Amanda McIvor

References:
  1. Kimura, D. (1963). Left-Right Differences in the Perception of Melodies. From the Montreal Neurological Institute.
  2. Muehsam, D. & Ventura, C. (2014). Life Rhythm as a Symphony of Oscillatory Patterns: Electromagnetic Energy and Sound Vibration Modulates Gene Expression for Biological Signaling and Healing. Global Advances in Health and Medicine.
  3. Salselas, I. & Penha, R. & Bernardes, G. (2020). Sound Design Inducing Attention in the Context of Audiovisual Immersive Environments. Springer-Verlag London Ltd.