We believe that musics are made to be heard and participated in. We are engaged in a range of research activities which promote and support this ethos, seeking to help promote increasingly diverse representation within and across genres and practices and to engage new audiences.
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The Record Store and Black Music
A major new project that explores the cultural impact of UK independent record stores that specialised in Black music from 1950 onwards, has been launched. 2Funky Arts has been awarded a grant from The National Lottery Heritage Fund, made possible thanks to National Lottery players, to explore this fascinating subject. ‘The Record Store & Black…
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Participating Artists
As part of the AHRC funded project, Exploring Cultural Diversity in Experimental Sound, we are working with six key participants who are Black and South Asian. These artists include NikNak, Dhangsha, Nikki Sheth, Poulomi Desai, Gary Stewart, and Dushume. All have established profiles as artists working in the field of Experimental Sound. These key participants…
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Loudspeaker Orchestra Concert Series
Immersive acoustic experiences through programmed concerts of multichannel sound design and electroacoustic music We frequently host concerts, screenings and talks showcasing the work of students, staff and international experts in the field. These concerts are open to the public and give our students the opportunity to be heard alongside world leading artists. The Loudspeaker Orchestra…
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Exploring Cultural Diversity in Experimental Sound
An AHRC Funded Project which aims to effect change that makes experimental music more diverse.
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15/06: Diverse Frequencies
Loudspeaker Orchestra Concert Series Venue: IKLECTIK, Old Paradise Yard, 20 Carlisle Ln, London SE1 7LG Date: 15 June 2022 Time: 7.30pm Entry: £5, booking is required Join us for an evening of diverse experimental sounds by Black and South Asian artists, NikNak, Dhangsha, Nikki Sheth, Poulomi Desai, Gary Stewart and Dushume. A collective celebration of music produced and…
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15/07: Disruptive Frequencies
Loudspeaker Orchestra Concert Series with nonclassical Venue: Kings Place, 90 York Way, London, N1 9AG Date: 15 July 2023 Time: 7.30pm Entry: £7.50-£15.00 Nonclassical presents the launch party for “Disruptive Frequencies” release. An evening of experimental sounds by Black and South Asian artists NikNak, Dhangsha, Nikki Sheth, Poulomi Desai, Gary Stewart and Dushume. This is a collective celebration…
