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Monolithic Sound Installations

Torkwase Dyson Debuted Birds and Lava (Scott Joplin) in St Louis

— September 7, 2023 — Art & Design
Torkwase Dyson created a monolithic sound installation for the Counterpublic Art Festival in St Louis. Dubbed 'Birds and Lava (Scott Joplin),' the piece presents an intriguing fusion between sound and architecture. As the name might suggest, the artist also drew plenty of inspiration from the ragtime music of American composer Scott Joplin.

The installation is made of wood that is painted black. Together with its size, this guarantees the sculpture is visually striking and a captivating centerpiece within the festival. Dyson's choice to draw inspiration from the music of Scott Joplin is noteworthy, as it adds a multisensory dimension to the monolithic sound installation. The looped playback of Joplin's music creates an immersive experience that combines auditory and visual elements, enhancing the overall impact of the artwork.

Image Credit: Chris Bauer
Trend Themes
1. Monolithic Sound Installations - Monolithic sound installations are merging sound and architecture to create visually striking and captivating art pieces.
2. Multisensory Art Experiences - Artists are incorporating music into their installations, creating immersive and multisensory art experiences that enhance the impact of the artwork.
3. Integration of Music and Sculpture - The integration of music and sculpture in art installations is becoming a noteworthy trend, adding a new dimension to the art form.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Sculpture - The art and sculpture industry can explore the creation of monolithic sound installations, merging architecture and sound to create visually impactful artworks.
2. Music and Entertainment - The music and entertainment industry can seize opportunities to collaborate with artists in creating immersive and multisensory art experiences that combine music and visual elements.
3. Event and Festival Planning - Event and festival planners can consider incorporating monolithic sound installations that integrate music and sculpture, offering attendees a unique and captivating experience.
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