The days are getting shorter and the dark is closing in. But Glasgow’s newest festival Sonica, kicking off 8 – 18 November, promises to light up the winter drab.
See the sound
Created by Glasgow-based arts producers Cryptic (of CCA Cryptic Nights fame), Sonica runs at various intriguing venues in Glasgow – from the Whisky Bond to the Tramway.
This new fest describes itself as, ‘sonic art for the visually minded’. And what does this mean exactly? I’m told it’s like ‘seeing the sound’ – and I discover it’s a fusion of images and sound to create a totally new dimension to performances. I’m in.
Sandglasses
Sandglasses at the Tramway is (quite literally) a glowing example of multi-faceted performance.
Four cellists shrouded in transparent columns play – their music intertwine with traces of light flitting down the columns like grains of sand in an hour glass. Spectacular.
And there’s a slew of other exciting events like the 33 1/3 Collective’s dark psychological fairytale Bluebeard; TED talks exploring how we listen to sound, the Laser Show at the Glue Factory and don’t miss Sonica’s closing party. There’ also a secret festival hub that will be popping up throughout the week.
What’s not to love?
A whole new genre of work from national and international artists awaits you. And with numerous free events and special ticket deals, there’s no excuse not to illuminate your November and treat your senses to something good.
Watch. Listen. Love.
– B
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