Lomond Campbell to premiere MŮO, an audiovisual installation powered by the universe
Join Scottish artist and musician Lomond Campbell for a unique live performance of MŮO, an audiovisual experience powered by the universe itself. Using muon detectors, MŮO captures cosmic radiation from deep space, transforming it into reactive sound and entrancing live visuals. Performing with his one-of-a-kind handmade instrument, the Muonophone, Lomond creates a constantly evolving sonic landscape, joined by special musical guests throughout the festival. Blending art, science and sound in a way you’ve never seen before, MŮO is a cosmic journey not to be missed.
MŮO (installation):
MŮO is an immersive audiovisual installation by Lomond Campbell which makes use of muon detectors, sensing harmless radiation in the atmosphere. This radiation is created by cosmic rays, which in turn are the result of powerful nuclear events such as black holes, stars exploding and galaxies colliding. These intergalactic events will literally shape the soundscape, light and visuals in real time, inviting the audience to contemplate the invisible force of the surrounding cosmos and the fragility of our own existence here on Earth.
Quote from Lomond Campbell:
“When approached by The University of Glasgow to work with their muon detecting technology I jumped on it. There is a score being constantly written by the nuclear activity of the cosmos and with muon detectors we can listen in to that and then interpret it sonically and visually. I find that whole concept stirring and want MŮO to instil that same sense of wonder in people who come to experience the live performances and the installation. What began as an idea to make an instrument called The Muonophone, has has grown into a fully immersive audiovisual experience called MŮO, thanks to support from Made In Scotland, Sonica Glasgow and The French Institute.”
Quote from Dr. David Mahon of the School of Physics and Astronomy at University of Glasgow:
“It’s great to be collaborating with Lomond on the development of the Muonophone. At the University of Glasgow, our team of physicists and technicians have pushed the boundaries of muon detection and imaging for over 15 years. In doing so, we’ve helped to inspect some of the most enigmatic structures on the planet and improve safety in a range of industries. We’re all very excited to see and hear Lomond bring these natural particles to life with MŮO.”
Listing details:
MŮO LIVE – Salle Emilienne Moreau-Evrard, The French Institute, West Parliament Square, Edinburgh. EH1 1RN
(Entry via George IV Bridge – ground floor – step free access)
All Live performances 18:00 – 18:45
1st August
3rd August (with special guest)
4th August
5th August (with special guest)
6th August
7th August
14th August
19th August
23rd August
MŮO INSTALLATION – Salle Pierre Boulez, The French Institute Scotland
8th – 25th August, 11:00 – 17:00
TICKET LINKS
MŮO Live – https://www.edfringe.com/tickets/whats-on/muo-live
MŮO Installation – https://www.edfringe.com/tickets/whats-on/muo
In person: Visit the Fringe Box Office at Old Assembly Close, High Street, EH1 1QS (next to the Fringe Shop). The box office operates daily from 10:00 to 18:00 during the festival period (28 July – 25 August).
You can also purchase tickets on the door at the French Institute, 30 minutes before the performance.
By phone: Fringe Box Office at +44 (0)131 226 0000
Full Price £10 (Eligible for a group discount if 10 or more tickets selected. Eligible for the 2for1 Fringe Friends discount.)
Concession £8 (Prices are applicable to students, registered unemployed, customers with disabilities, senior citizens and children under the age of 18)
Family £6 (Can be booked for two adults and two children. These tickets should be added to your basket in multiples of 4
SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS
lomondcampbell.com/muo
https://www.instagram.com/lomond_campbell
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXyqsJ-AycDjNc4qWEUDbpg
https://twitter.com/LomondCampbell
https://www.facebook.com/LomondCampbell
CREDITS
Created by Lomond Campbell in collaboration with The University of Glasgow. Presented by Sonica Glasgow. Supported by Made In Scotland and Lynkeos.
Produced by Davie Miller.
PRESS QUOTES
‘He’s a bit of a genius I think. Based up in the highlands of Scotland…maker of machines, music and art’ Mary Anne Hobbs, BBC 6 Music
‘Juxtaposes a vibrant experimental beat with glacial waves of noise to gorgeous effect’ The Quietus
‘Both startlingly minimalist and subtly beautiful, a transcendent floating reverie’ Under The Radar
‘So vivid in the imagery it conjures it’s astounding’ The Skinny
‘Lomond Campbell is a true one-off’ Clash Magazine
‘Visual beauty, tactility and mesmeric kinetics are just as important to his creations as the sounds their movements facilitate’ Electronic Sound Magazine
‘treading the edgelands between music, art, and craft, between Magic and Science’ Caught By The River