workshop
get hands on
take part in a workshop
learn by doing - get an up close, hands on experience with the historic and quirky instruments and apparatus
explore the amazing shapes and patterns in science, art, sound and music
connect with the first music makers and be inspired by the natural world
create your own unique work
workshop 1
make art from science
~ sound: seen as well as heard ~
explore the incredible connections between science, art and sound
recreate fascinating science experiments on unusual hand made instruments: 'Sing' sand into beautiful patterns on an eidophone, 'draw' musical harmonies with a harmonograph or use a loud speaker to 'tune' water into mesmerising symmetrical forms
create your own stunning images with the patterns and shapes of sound
"Chamberlain's passion for learning is clear. Above all else, 'SoundMuse' feels committed to leading audiences by the hand through the world of cymatics in a way that's thought-provoking and accessible."
Birmingham Review
workshop 2
make music from nature
~ music: arranged sounds ~
explore the patterns and shapes of music by listening, copying and improvising on your instrument
discover how great music can be created using simple techniques
connect with the first music makers by playing instruments fashioned from stone, wood and bone
create, play and record your own music inspired by the natural world
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Suitable for ages 11 to adult, approximately grade 1 and above technical standard on an instrument
previous SoundMuse workshops
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'Pulsar' workshop at BOM Gallery Summer School
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'Capturing the Wave' workshops at The Hive Gallery
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'Blueprint for Life' workshops at BOM Gallery
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'Walsall Maker Fest' workshop in The Saddlers Centre
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