Program description

‍The Re-Practice Sound program explores sound as a medium for cultural dialogue, political reflection, and artistic interpretation. Drawing inspiration from the rich sonic traditions of Central Asia, Turkic, and North Asian cultures, the program invites participants to rethink oral and auditory practices that have shaped worldviews and social life for centuries.  

Participants will critically examine the phenomenon of “world music” and its dual representation—both as an object of admiration and a tool of cultural marginalization. Special attention will be given to sonic practices that exist beyond the Western musical canon, including traditions of sound meditation and rituals of attentive listening.


Course program

• Lectures and artist talks, where participants will explore both traditional and experimental approaches to working with sound, focusing on the historical, social, and political aspects of sonic practices.
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• Practical workshops, aimed at developing new forms of sound art, which will be showcased in the final exhibition.
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• Project-based work with mentors, where participants will explore both theoretical and experimental approaches to working with sound, focusing on the historical, social, and political aspects of sonic practices. They will also receive individual support in creating their final sound art project.

Re-Practice Sound Laboratory will be a space for collective listening, reflection, and creative transformation, inviting everyone—regardless of experience level—to immerse themselves in the world of sound. Participants will engage with complex contemporary questions and lay the groundwork for future collaborations and change.


Program start:

26.03.2025 - 19:00 (GMT+5)


Format

Hybrid format (lectures and artist talks – online, all practical sessions – offline)


For whom

Interdisciplinary artists, musicians, curators, researchers, students, and programmers of diverse backgrounds who wish to immerse themselves in the world of sound art.


How to apply?

To participate in the Laboratory with grant support, please send your CV and a motivation letter to opencall@tselinny.org.
Applications are accepted until March 9 due 23:59 (GMT+5)
Please include "Full Name_Application for Re-Practice 2025" in the email subject line

You can also join the Laboratory by purchasing the course. Choose your option:

Full course – XX KZT
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Theoretical part only – XX KZT
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Single lecture – XX KZT
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Single artist talk – XX KZT
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If you have any questions, feel free to contact us at inzhu.mukhametkali@tselinny.org


Laboratory results
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The course will result in a final sound art project, which can take the form of a performance, installation, or audiovisual piece.


Key dates:

March 26 – April 24 – Online program: theory + artist talks
April 28 – June 12 – Offline practice at Tselinny
June 12 – June 30 – Project work (independent + mentor meetings)


Laboratory Mentors:

Weekly meetings with mentors to discuss project ideas and receive feedback  

Mentors: Anastasia Tolchneva aka lovozero (offline) and Eldar Tagi (online)


Laboratory Speakers:

Zira Nauryzbai, Tokzhan Karatai, Yara Mekawei, Merey Otan, Pedro Oliveira, Adela Mede, Stas Sharifulla, Eldar Tagi, Budhaditya Chattopadhyay, Anastasia Tolchneva (lovozero), Vladislav Generalov, Dmitry Morozov (Vtol), Yulia Glukhova

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