An immersive sound installation that captures the breadth and feel of the River Irwell will make its debut for the Sounds From The Other City festival.
The stunning new artwork will add an extra dimension to the 100-act festival which celebrates its 20th anniversary this May Bank Holiday weekend.
The installation, From The River’s Mouth, created by Hayley Suviste will be on show on Sunday 4 May in the University’s acoustic laboratories.
Residents will be able to experience the sounds of the River Irwell, a project that has been developed over the past few months, with the exhibition presenting a series of installations that can be explored across unique acoustic rooms.
Listeners will be taken through the 45-minute journey of the river, from the hum of Manchester and Salford city centres to the vibrant life of Kersal Wetlands where nature thrives along the water’s edge.
Hayley said: “From the River’s Mouth explores a different aspect of the River Irwell as you walk through and experience the installation.
“It will take listeners through the shifting landscapes and stories that make up the river’s past, present and imagined future.
“Over the past months, I have walked the river’s banks, gathering field recordings, photographs and footage. I have also delved into historical archives, reflecting on how humans have shaped the river and how it, in turn, shapes us.”
Hayley continued: “These materials will come together in the final installations, creating sensory experiences that invite reflection on our connection to the river and our role in its care.
“From the River’s Mouth invites listeners to consider the river not as a mere body of water, but as a living entity, constantly evolving and shaping the world around it.”
More than 100 acts are performing at the festival including Gwenno, Loose Articles, Astrid Sonne and The Orielles across 15 stages.
The festival will take place across the University’s Peel Park campus, with music performed at Maxwell Hall, Peel Hall, Salford Museum & Art Gallery, The Old Fire Station Café, on The Green and at the Working Class Movement Library.
Co-director Mark Carlin said: “Sounds From The Other City has always been a place for emerging artists to try out new ideas and we love transforming unlikely spaces into music venues, so it is a genuine delight to be hosting From The River’s Mouth in the heart of the University’s acoustics department.
“It also represents a brilliant journey that we have shared with Hayley, who was a volunteer in our festival team in 2016 and is now one of the highlights of our 20th anniversary festival.”
Tickets for Sounds From The Other City are selling fast with the final release of tickets available to purchase here.
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