Interview with Annie Saunders about the CURRENT Soundwalk

Brookfield Properties Arts & Culture
13 Sept 202103:40

Summary

TLDRAnnie Saunders, an interdisciplinary artist, presents 'Current,' a site-specific sound walk through Lower Manhattan. Exploring the area's unique history and sensory experiences, she emphasizes the significance of place in her work. Utilizing ambisonic microphones, the project captures 360-degree soundscapes, inviting audiences to experience hidden elements of the environment. With a focus on personal connection, Saunders hopes visitors will leave with a renewed appreciation for Zuccotti Park and the surrounding area. The project has garnered recognition at the Tribeca Festival, highlighting its innovative approach to immersive storytelling in public spaces.

Takeaways

  • 🌆 Annie Saunders is an interdisciplinary artist focusing on site-specific work in Lower Manhattan.
  • 📍 The project, called 'Current,' is a sound walk that explores the end of Manhattan geographically.
  • 🗣️ The artist records her observations while walking, creating a narrative based on these experiences.
  • 🔊 An ambisonic microphone is used to capture 360-degree sound, enhancing the auditory experience for listeners.
  • 🔍 The aim is to reveal hidden aspects of the area, prompting viewers to notice details they might typically overlook.
  • 🏙️ The project highlights both the historical significance and the ongoing life of Lower Manhattan.
  • 🎉 'Current' received recognition at the Tribeca Festival, winning two awards for its innovative approach.
  • 🤝 Collaboration with Arts Brookfield is emphasized as key to realizing the project's vision.
  • 🧠 The experience is designed to encourage audiences to see the area with fresh eyes and a personal connection.
  • 🔄 The hope is for visitors to leave with a transformed understanding of the space, creating lasting memories.

Q & A

  • What is the primary focus of Annie Saunders' work?

    -Annie Saunders' work is largely site-specific, meaning it responds to the particular characteristics and context of the place where she is creating.

  • How did Annie Saunders approach the creation of her sound walk project?

    -She walked through lower Manhattan, making observations and recording her thoughts, which helped shape the narrative of the project.

  • What role does the ambisonic microphone play in the project?

    -The ambisonic microphone captures sound in 360 degrees, allowing for an accurate sonic landscape that reflects both the current and past sounds of the area.

  • What was the significance of the location referred to as the 'end of Manhattan'?

    -Annie describes it as the end of the island geographically, but also acknowledges that it can be seen as the beginning of New York, highlighting its historical importance.

  • What awards did the project win at the Tribeca Festival?

    -The project won the Tribeca X Award for collaboration with Brookfield Properties and the Best Immersive Award for Creative Nonfiction.

  • What is the intended takeaway for audiences participating in the sound walk?

    -The hope is for audiences to gain a personal and new experience of the area, changing their perception and memory of it.

  • How does Annie Saunders want people to feel when they return to Zuccotti Park?

    -She hopes that visitors will come back with a renewed perspective and a personal connection to the area, informed by their experience during the sound walk.

  • What was the collaborative aspect of the project with Arts Brookfield?

    -Annie expressed appreciation for working with Arts Brookfield, emphasizing their understanding of public experiences and their commitment to offering meaningful art to audiences.

  • How does Annie Saunders' work challenge viewers' perceptions?

    -By encouraging participants to notice hidden elements in the environment, her work aims to change how they engage with familiar spaces.

  • What does Annie Saunders hope people will do after experiencing her project?

    -She hopes they will carry an embodied memory of their personal journey through the area, influencing their future visits.

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