During this interactive workshop, Portrait XO and Noah Pred demonstrate practical applications of sonification in contemporary production practice using a collection of Max for Live devices developed by Pred for Manifest Audio. Participants will learn how to source, curate, navigate, and deploy data sets in a creative context.

The workshop will cover:

Examples of data sonification works by Portrait XO, Noah Pred, and others
Why use sonification? Embedding real-world phenomena and discourse in creative practice.
How to source data – and prepare it for sonification.
Considering and counteracting bias in data collection.
Audience participation: sonification in practice.

Requirements

Participants should possess basic knowledge of music production in Ableton Live. Event Access

Note: this event is not included in festival passes. Please consult our Accessibility section for information on mobility and other needs.