An instrument built on a concrete wall, this installation reflects on the survival of information and our participation in that which we observe. Warning! If using headphones, keep the volume low! This can easily give you ringing in your ears. It is a more or less endless drone derived from data of quantum decay; truly random, but also dependent on the act of observation. The viewer(s) is entwined with the sound in a kind of communication. Largely inspired by David Bohm's ideas of active information and mutual participation. More recordings and information forthcoming on my own website. The recordings on this video in particular are quite aggressive, while at other times the sound can be quite sweet, reminiscent of sitar harmonics. While part of my master's thesis, this exhibition was mainly a proof of concept. Future installations of this work would use a more robust BLDC motor system, as well as proper instrument strings.
by Barrie James Sutcliffe
