Experience an immersive electroacoustic performance exploring spatial sound at Melbourne Recital Centre.
Ongoing activity
31 Sturt St, Southbank VIC 3006, Australia
$40-$55
Step into an expanded universe of sound with the fourteenth edition of the Sonorous series. This unique performance liberates sonics from traditional stereo, offering an immersive multichannel electroacoustic experience. Multidisciplinary composer Jaslyn Robertson and award-winning sound artist Rama Parwata craft brand-new commissioned works using the incredible instruments of the Melbourne Electronic Sound Studio (MESS) collection.
Audiences will be enveloped in glorious octaphonic surround sound within the acoustically rich Primrose Potter Salon. This rare event invites listeners to explore the boundaries of sound, texture, and rhythm in a captivating and innovative way.
Perfect for parents and their school-aged children interested in music, sound art, and creative performances, this event promises a sensory journey unlike any other.
The performance lasts approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes with no interval. Seating is general admission, available as standard chairs or beanbag chairs for a more relaxed experience. Tickets include standard and concession prices, with a transaction fee applied to online and phone orders.
Artists Jaslyn Robertson and Rama Parwata bring diverse influences from electronic music, jazz, extreme metal, and traditional gamelan music to create a boundary-pushing soundscape. Their work emphasizes experimentation, spatial audio, and immersive multimedia.
This event is part of MESS's ongoing commissioning series, dedicated to fostering innovative electronic music and spatial composition.
The event takes place at the Melbourne Recital Centre, located at 31 Sturt Street, Southbank, Victoria 3006. The Primrose Potter Salon provides an acoustically rich environment ideal for this immersive sound experience.
The venue offers wheelchair access and assistance animals are welcome. Public transport options and parking facilities are available nearby, making it easy for families to attend.
Please note that running times are approximate and subject to change. A ticket limit of six per order applies online to ensure fair access. For larger groups, booking through the Box Office by phone is recommended.
Seating is general admission, so arriving early is advised to secure preferred spots. The performance contains experimental electronic sounds which may be intense for very young children.
The Melbourne Recital Centre acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land and pays respects to the Kulin nation and all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
Tickets are priced at $45 for standard chairs and $55 for beanbag chairs, with concession prices available at $40 and $50 respectively. Additional transaction and delivery fees may apply.
Bookings can be made online or by phone through the Melbourne Recital Centre Box Office. Early booking is encouraged due to limited seating and the popularity of the event.
This is a special opportunity to witness cutting-edge electronic music in a world-class venue, perfect for parents looking to enrich their family's cultural experiences.
