Interdimensional Generated Space, it is a three years long term research – intensive piece for live performance, and composition for a release, focusing on the transcendental phenomenon of the Northern Lights. The planned performance features a self-made crystal radio called the “Specter Radio.” It is not only a traditional crystal radio, but also a modified device that produces sound in response to different types and intensities of generated light. In this performance, light is carefully arranged to simulate a technological interpretation of the Northern Lights within the space. Specific motors are used to generate continuous electromagnetic forces throughout the performance environment captured by detectors.
During the evolution of the project, ti was added a uniquely designed and constructed plasma instrument titled “Omicron Artifact – Aurora Borealis Musical Instrument”. This instrument represents a technological embodiment of the natural phenomenon, transforming it into a contained system of visible and invisible processes expressed through sound, light, and electromagnetic interaction.
“Interdimensional” specifically refers to the movement of energy between modes of perception. One part of this energy comes from the composed mixture of “natural cosmic voices”, (self recorded natural radio phenomena VLF specifically coming from the Northern Lights) which is changing in various sonic properties; and another part is coming from the electromagnetic forces, light, plasma, eletricity, detected in real time during the performance, all representing a more contained “sister process” to the cosmic electromagnetic recordings.
The piece make full use of the contrasts of the invisible processes, to create a new experience of space, time, and human scale.
This is an attempt to achieve a unique sonic dialogue between “Natural” and “Technological” world, a reflection on Nature that is imitated by technology in an anthropogenic age.
This project was kindly supported by Musikfonds STIP(II) & NEUSTART KULTUR 2021-22
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INTERDIMENSIONAL GENERATED SPACE release (CD & Digital version ) on Dissipatio record 2023:
To purchase at : https://dissipatio.bandcamp.com/album/interdimensional-generated-space
Teaser documentation out door VLF recordings (Interdimensional Generated Space)
video by Billy Roisz
AUDIO EXTRACT from the PREMIERE LIVE PERFORMANCE at Panke Cultur 05.10.2022 in Berlin.
The Premiere was a part of the series (Von Antennenwäldern und Wellenozeanen)
organized by Daniela Silvestrin , Birgit Schneider, Shintaro Miyazaki.
Northern Lights expedition _ VLF Recordings _ Norway (2022) photo credit : Alex Conu
Interdimensional Generated Space – Live perfromance (selected photos)
Live Performance Premiere (Interdimensional Generated Space ) photo credit : Anke Phoebe Peters
The Performance was a part of the series (Von Antenwäldern und Wellenozeanen) at Panke in Berlin 05.10.2022.
Photo credit : Alice Santacatterina
“Omicron Artifact – Aurora Borealis Musical Instrument” 2024
Interdimensional Generated Space Live at MUMUTH (Signale Series) , Graz (Austria) 2025
VIDEO UPDATE 2023
This video trailer is a step forward, an evolution of the research-intensive piece “Interdimensional Generated Space” started in 2022 as a long-term ongoing project that delves into the transcendental phenomenon of the Northern Lights and its multiple auditory manifestations. The planned performance, utilizing self-made outdoor recordings of natural radio phenomena VLF in Norway, blended with electromagnetic waves produced by the use of motors, light projectors, and ultrasonic frequencies, with an implement of a unique specific designed and constructed plasma instrument called ( Omicron Artifact – Aurora Borealis musical instrument).
By harnessing electromagnetic fields and varying light intensities, the performance aims to simulate a mesmerizing audio-visual interpretation of the Northern Lights within a controlled space. Through a juxtaposition of visible and invisible processes, the piece facilitates a unique sonic dialogue between the natural and technological realms, offering reflections on humanity’s relationship with nature in an anthropogenic age, where technology often imitates the sublime wonders of the natural world.
Thanks to :
Martin Kuentz for the technological consulting – and controllers, detectors construction.
Jo Grys for the construction and design of (Omicron Artefact – Aurora Borealis musical instrument).
Sonoscopia Cultural Association in Porto.
Institute for Postnatural Studies in Madrid.
Contemporary Art Department if Agora.
Video documentation and editing, Vicente Mateus
Sound recordings, Alberto Lopes
Interdimentional Generated Space – live at LisboaSoa Festival 2023 – Lisbon (Portugal)
Organisation | SONORA Associação Cultural
Artistic Direction – Raquel Castro
Technical Direction – Helder Nelson
Artistic Support | Scenography and Artistic Assistant – Carla Martinez
Executive Production – Rita Maia
Production Manager | Production – Luís Alcatrão | Tiago Silva / Ghost Creative Productions
Production Assistant – Marta Sarmento
Communication and Press | Press – Sara Cavaco | Sandra Lopes | Sara Espírito Santo
Design – Desisto
Photography – Vera Marmelo
Video Recording | Video – Joana Linda
Video editing – Rita Karayianni
Sound Recording | Field Recordings – Mestre André
Partners – CML / EGEAC | Largo Residências | Carpintarias de São Lázaro
Funding – Portuguese Republic / DGARTES
Support – Instituto Italiano de Cultura | Goethe Institut | Futura Radio de Autor | Universidade Lusófona | Sonoscopia | Hotel Roma
Media partners: Infraestruturas de Portugal | RTP2 | Antena 3
VIDEO UPDATE 2024
The performative project research ” Interdimensional Generated Space—The Last Symphony” was finalized at the artistic residency Squatfabrik 4 in September 2024 at KulturFabrik in Esch-sur-Alzette, Luxembourg, with production support from Kufa (Kulturfabrik) cultural center.
For credits and thanks, please see the video.
TRAILER 2024