IN THE MAKING | Jardins Efémeros

Sound has the power to captivate memories and sense of place. This immersive sound installation project, situated in Viseu’s Cathedral Cloisters, aims to bring into public space the intimate, culturally invaluable but at times endangered sonic environments of traditional crafts such as basket weaving, pottery and embroidery. These practices are deeply rooted in local traditions and present a rich source of sonic materials and story telling. By transporting these soundworlds into public space we aim to draw attention to this rich aural culture and harness the power of sound to evoke social practices and sense of place. The artist commissioned an artefact from each of the artisans and followed the making process through. Documentary materials are presented online, providing context for the work and celebrating the act of making.

Immersive sound employs techniques and strategies to surround the listener in an acoustically plausible environment with opportunities for transforming, augmenting and reshaping public space.

Participating Artisans:
Fernando Sampaio, Cestaria
Carla e Lídia Rodrigues, Bordados de Tibaldinho
Diamantino Loureiro, Estanho
Olaria Artantiga, Barro Molelos
Isaura Alves, Linho de Várzea de Calde

BIO |

Pedro Rebelo is a composer, performer and sound artist active in the field of chamber music, improvisation and installation.

The artist recently led participatory projects involving communities in Belfast, slums in Maré (Rio de Janeiro), itinerant communities in Portugal and a slum city in Mozambique. This work resulted in sound art exhibitions in places such as the Metropolitan Arts Center (Belfast), Espaço Ecco (Brasília), Parque Lage and Museu da Maré (Rio de Janeiro) and Museum of Contemporary Art in Niterói.

His music has been performed at venues such as Recital Hall (Melbourne), National Concert Hall (Dublin), Queen Elizabeth Hall (London), Ars Eletronica (Austria), Casa da Música and at events such as Weimarer Frühjahrstage fur zeitgenössische Musik, Wien Modern Festival, Cynetart and Música Viva.

His work as a pianist and improviser was launched by Creative Source Recordings and has collaborated with musicians such as Chris Brown, Mark Applebaum, Carlos Zingaro, Evan Parker and Pauline Oliveros.