Sonic horizons: A showcase of exploratory sound and research

06/04/2022

Today is the day to bring you our eagerly awaited event Sonic Horizons at the Bristol Beacon!!

Doors open at 4:30 pm and close at 10 pm and you can find tickets to secure your place for the event below. If you are unable to make it then we are providing a streaming service for the event so no one misses out on an amazing time!!

Our event will be streamed through our page and on our Twitch channel. All links will be included below.

All information you need to know before attending tomorrow can be found in previous Instagram posts or on our page. More information about the happenings on the day will be found in our programmes that will be handed out on arrival as well as being accessible through the twitch stream! If you still have any queries, please do not hesitate to get in touch.

Our event Sonic Horizons will be raising support and funds to aid the crisis going on in Ukraine via Choose Love and United Help Ukraine. You will be able to find more information on our chosen charities in our event programme. A QR code is included in our event programme which when scanned will take you to the donation page of our chosen charities where you can make a donation! There is also a QR code included where you are able to scan and give us feedback on the event.

If you need any assistance at the event then please find someone with a blue lanyard and they’ll be able to assist you to the best of their ability.

We can’t wait to see you all!!

Tickets - https://www.skiddle.com/e/36032921/
Stream link - https://www.twitch.tv/sonic_horizons
Charities - https://unitedhelpukraine.org/
https://donate.chooselove.org/campaigns/ukraine-appeal/

05/04/2022

ONLY ONE MORE DAY TO GO!!!!!!
After all the hard work and support, the time is almost here for Sonic Horizons to put on a highly memorable event of exploratory sounds, academic posters, and panel discussions at the Bristol Beacon.

We are beyond excited to share this day with you all and to be fully immersed in the performances and discussions put on by the amazingly creative MA students at BIMM starting from 4:30 pm.

All information you need to know before attending tomorrow can be found in previous posts or on our page. More information about the happenings on the day will be found in our programmes that will be handed out on arrival. If you still have any queries, please do not hesitate to get in touch!

See you all tomorrow!!

FREE Tickets here - https://www.skiddle.com/e/36032921/

04/04/2022

With our eagerly awaited event Sonic Horizons only being a few days away, we have created a programme for the event. This programme will be handed out at the event as well as available online through our event stream.

This programme contains all the information needed about our event such as, panel and performance times, information about floor levels, brief rundowns of academic research posters and charity information.

In the programme feature QR codes where you are able to donate to our chosen charities and give us feedback on the event!

We are at the last stretch and all of the MA students here at BIMM can’t wait to put on an amazing event for you all.

Visit the link below to get your FREE tickets!
https://www.skiddle.com/e/36032921/

03/04/2022

📣 INTRODUCING 📣

Panel 2, on developments in music technology:

‘The Future Of Music Technology And What's Next For Music?’

Host - Saul is the founder of Echo World, an independent creative cooperative that celebrates online music culture. Currently the number 1 source for beat-making content in the UK right now, with their community growing by a huge 150,000 followers worldwide in the last 2 years. They have built Eco World from the ground up, as a cooperative that focuses less on DJ's, singer-songwriters, and other pro music cliches and instead on a more diverse range of personalities and styles. Their current output includes hosting weekly events, competitions, and opening their own event space in Broadwalk Shopping Centre in Knowle! To find out more head to echoworld.co on your browser or Instagram, or echoworldco on Tiktok.

Panelists - Chiara Tedeschi aka Ef Kia is an Italian music producer and Dj based in Bristol. She co-founded OwM sound, a label focused on bass music, and Belladonna Collective, a freshly founded group of women and non-binary people making and playing underground music.
Her love for 140 and Dubstep flourished after moving to Bristol in 2018 to study Music Production at BIMM and has led her to hold shows on Noods, Subtle, and Longthrow radio among others.
EF KIA single "Shame" came out on the 27th March on Reloaded Sounds, and she has another single getting released on Genre Fluid in April.

'Dr.' Riaan Vosloo was a founding member of the band Nostalgia 77, as well as a co-founder of the label Impossible Ark records. He has credits on a host of album and commercial projects working as a bass player, arranger, composer and producer. Riaan also has a diverse portfolio of film, television and commercial composition credits including Invincible and Unorthodox.

Zachary Diaz is a PhD Student in Musicology at the University of Bristol. His doctoral dissertation focuses on the music of the late hip-hop producer J Dilla. Zach is also a hip-hop producer himself, having released several instrumental hip-hop projects under the Manchester-based record label Beatsupply and Bristol-based label Echo World

03/04/2022

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Panel 1, on diversity and inclusivity in the music industry:

‘The Space You Deserve: Transforming Stigmas’

Host - Clara Maria White is a graduate of BIMM professional vocals and is on a continuous journey of self-identification. Her mixed-race identity created a sense of groundless existence. Self-reflection and exploration let her realise she was not torn between two identities, but instead becoming a third - her unique self. This important realisation catalysed a wave of self-acceptance.
Though she has yet to find her own sound, she is a member of various choirs, singing to uncover more about her relationship with herself, where music becomes both the facilitator and outlet.

Panelists - Bashema is a singer, songwriter and composer from Bristol who mixes pop, jazz, blues and classical piano playing with an expressive and powerful vocal style.

Keeley is co-founder of Longthrow Radio, an independent online station born during the pandemic and founded on an ethos of inclusion and accessibility. They have worked alongside projects such as Error Music in Berlin; an initiative encouraging young women, non-binary and transgender people to explore technology and music. They are an active gigging DJ in the Bristol scene, playing under their alias sadsugar.

Rachel is the drummer in Manchester based band, Peaness.
The trio have played together since summer 2015 and with a strong DIY ethic have gone on to play with bands such as Maximo Park and The Cribs; alongside playing festivals such as Green Man, and 2000 Trees.
Peaness debut album is due to be released May 6th 2022 on their own label 'Totally Snick Records', with support from PRS and Arts Council England.

Saaaz is a Bristol-based female producer and DJ. With features in Redbull, Vice and Bristol in Stereo she has been making waves since she entered the scene in 2017, now being the first UK female artist to release a lofihiphop album on vinyl (Mood, her latest LP). Experienced in production and performance, she also collaboratively runs Echo World, a record label and platform for online music culture, alongside brand founder Injijo.

03/04/2022

Announcement 📣 📣
PEOPLE, PANELS AND POSTERS!!

We’ve announced the music, and now we have even more for you!

Two panels full of incredible creatives in the music industry. The first hosted by Clara White focusing on our panelists’ experiences in the industry, and the second is hosted by Saul Bell which will look at what exciting developments are happening within music technology. Both are open to all and hope to scratch the surface of what’s next for the industry.

If that wasn’t enough, we have academic posters created by our very own cohort displaying the research of their MA final projects. Check them out throughout the event and stop to chat to the creators about the ideas behind it!

Stay tuned for our panelists bios coming real soon, giving you a closer look at each of their stories.

Visit the link below to get your FREE tickets!
https://www.skiddle.com/e/36032921/

01/04/2022

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Marta Antunes is a vocalist and choral arranger who awakens a fresh sense of community and belonging in her art. Her repertoire centres around the re-working of Portuguese vocal tradition into acapella arrangements of existing and original songs.

For this project, Marta has been working with the women's collective vocal group, an inclusive network for all female and gender minority music professionals. They have worked with artists like Anna Anise, Luna Kali and Rosie May, etc, helping bring their arrangements to life.

31/03/2022

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Monet is a musical quartet who specialise in fun art rock, combining strange musical concepts with catchy melodies and grooves. Inspired by the creativity of Tatran, the energy of Pom Polo and the chaos of Black Midi. These fellows are looking to play live all over the British Isles so keep an eye out for them.

30/03/2022

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Join us on the 6th for a live performance of Injijo's own compositions, from Roland SP-404 and SP-555 samplers.

29/03/2022

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This band has been formed around Harry’s MA final project with the hope that they can record these songs, write new material and perform with this line up. The music is guitar based with a range of influences from the likes of the Foo Fighters, Green Day, Biffy Clyro and more.

28/03/2022

“The purpose of human life is to serve and to show compassion and the will to help others.” -Albert Schweitzer

Our event Sonic Horizons will be raising support and funds to aid the crisis going on in Ukraine via Choose Love and United Help Ukraine.

Choose Love is a UK-based non-governmental organization that was started in 2015 which provides humanitarian aid to, and advocacy for, refugees around the world.

United Help Ukraine is a non-profit charity that was started in 2014 aiming to help the people of Ukraine in difficult times. Donations made go towards medical supplies, monetary grants, shipping of goods to internally displaced Ukrainians and refugees, support for the wounded and their families, and raising awareness through rallies and cultural events aimed to bring attention to Ukraine’s struggle for freedom and independence.

In these times of hardship, it's important to understand our privileges in life and raise support for people less fortunate. That's why all of us here at Sonic Horizons feel strongly about helping out and raising awareness in any way that we can.

There will be someone from our team on the day providing information about these organizations so you can join us in helping the people of Ukraine. Furthermore, you can donate directly on the United Help Ukraine and Choose Love websites where you can find more information on these charities.

https://unitedhelpukraine.org/
https://donate.chooselove.org/campaigns/ukraine-appeal/

28/03/2022

27/03/2022

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Combining her own take on pop and country, Casey Ball has shown that she wears her bleeding heart on her sleeve. With a touch of sweetness and a pinch of fire, she has been writing songs that can make the strongest of lovers fall in love again, and the wildest of flowers blossom.

26/03/2022

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James Kitchen attempts to recontextualise Arcade Fire’s classic but overlooked 2007 sophomore album Neon Bible. Lyrical themes such as unwanted technological advances, guerrilla terrorism and general apocalyptic fears are being brought to head during a far more volatile 2020’s audience. The initial grandiose music of Arcade Fire is transformed into a cold and aggressive attack on the senses. Not to be missed!

25/03/2022

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Since 2019 Cuffs have spent their time relentlessly gigging. Honing their craft and building a strong reputation as a chaotic live band. During 2021 CUFFS performed alongside the likes of Bob Vylan, Haggard Cat, Death Goals and El Moono with performances at Attitude and Turbulence festivals.

The punks who call themselves CUFFS will inspire you to take action, question the system around you, and have a damn good time while you do it. With drilling riffs, heavy beats and lyrics fuelled by angst and social frustration.

Coming from different parts of the UK (Devon, Gloucester, and Wales), Brodie Morgans (vocals), Lewis Harwood (drums), Will Kenneth (Bass) and Matthew Cook (Guitar), have collaborated their influences to give you the newest sound in the UK punk scene.

24/03/2022

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Selector Millie McKee spins strictly vinyl spanning jazz, fusion, rock and everything in between.

24/03/2022

The time is here to release the lineup for our event! This lineup is full of extraordinary and creative artists ready to put on a show for you all at Sonic Horizons.

Lineup -






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This event is going to be full of diverse performances brought to you by the wonderful MA students at BIMM. Stay tuned for artist bios coming real soon, giving you a closer look at each of our amazing performers.

Visit the link in our bio to get your FREE tickets!

23/03/2022

Our FREE event Sonic Horizons is just 2 WEEKS AWAY!! 🤯

Time is going by fast so make sure you clear your schedule and join all of us here at Sonic Horizons on April 6th.

In our next post we’ll be showcasing the lineup for our unmissable event! So stay updated and get excited with us!

22/03/2022

Ticket link
Announcement!!🔊🔊

The time has come to release the ticket link for our eagerly awaited FREE event Sonic Horizons.

Visit the link below to claim your ticket so you can be fully immersed in a night of exploratory sounds & research.
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www.skiddle.com/e/36032921

We can’t wait to see you all there!

22/03/2022

15/03/2022

Our event Sonic Horizons will be held at the legendary Bristol Beacon on April 6th with doors opening from 4:30pm. Bristol Beacon is known for being a symbol of hope and community as well as being a music charity, renowned venue and award-winning music education hub. The venue is a place of welcome, warmth and light with their main goal being to share the joy of live music to the Bristol community.

Over the years the Bristol Beacon has seen legendary performances from diverse musical backgrounds, such as Elton John, Emily Breeze, Bob Marley, Peacelily, Shiiku and Bristol Youth Orchestra - The list most certainly goes on.

We cannot wait to hold Sonic Horizons at such an iconic and extraordinary venue as well as sharing what will be a highly memorable night of exploratory sounds and research with attendees.

Link for tickets available soon!

For more information on the Bristol Beacon please visit their website.
https://bristolbeacon.org/

10/03/2022

BIMM Bristol is eager to welcome you all to our upcoming event Sonic horizons: A showcase of exploratory sound and research. This event will be an evening of stimulating live performances, panel discussions, and educational research posters that coincide with the MA students' major projects.

The theme for the event is past, present, and future around music-based performances and discussions that represent the next generation of musicians and academics based predominantly within the Bristol community.

This event will take place at the Bristol Beacon on April 6th with doors opening from 4:30 pm and closing at 9:30 pm.

This is a free event! However, we will be implementing a ticket system. So hit that follow button to stay updated with the Skiddle link and more event info to make sure you don’t miss out on an unforgettable night!

BIMM Bristol is proud to welcome you all to a night of performances and panel discussions that coincide with students' major projects.