Over the autumn, Kathy Hinde has been researching and developing a new vocal work that combines live singing with electronically altered voices. The piece is inspired by how bats Echo-locate by using sound to ‘see’ their surroundings and the project aims to employ bio-mimicry as a creative method. In collaboration with technologists Matthew Olden and Tarim, Kathy has been creating a new device that uses sensors and mini-computers. These devices effect the sounds of the singers voices based on where they are positioned in the performance space. This is a sonic and spacial experience.

Kathy will be joined by Professor Gareth Jones, head of the Bat Ecology and Bioacoustics Lab at Bristol University who will be explaining some of the details of how Bats Echo Locate, highlighting the connections between Bat behaviour and the structures and methods used to devise of the vocal work. Kathy will be sharing her process, experiences and discoveries as well as an exclusive, first look at the work that she is creating.

This Lunchtime Talk is part of Open Studio Friday, which takes place at the Studio every week.

Do you want to find out what is going on at the Pervasive Media Studio? Are you interested in meeting our residents, talking about a specific project or curious about pervasive media? Why not pack a sandwich and join us for one of our Lunchtime Talks and Open Studio Friday.

Lunchtime Talks are informal presentations by Studio residents and associates. They normally take place at 1pm on Friday, are free and open to everybody who’s interested in what we do.

After the Talk, we also invite you to stay with us for the afternoon to continue the conversation or work on your own projects. We provide chairs, tables, wireless and a great space. You bring what you need to work with (laptop/mobile). Our open afternoons close at 5pm.

Let us know if you’d like a tour of the space and we'll be happy to show you around. Send an email to admin@pmstudio.co.uk