Sound Art with Virtual Reality: Beyond the Ears
The Invisible Canvas
Imagine a blank canvas, but not cloth or paper. This canvas is the air itself, vibrating with imperceptible frequencies. Sound artists, like Manuel Rocha Iturbide, have learned to paint on this invisible canvas. His work “Ping-Roll” from 1997, part of the collection of the University Museum of Contemporary Art (MUAC), immerses us in a world where ping pong balls on an aluminum table come to life. Under the table, six speakers emit vibrations that alter the static of the spheres. Is this music? Or is it the silent dance of electrons? In this space, borders blur and meanings intertwine.
The Sound Map Abraham Cruzvillegas, the master of “Self-construction”, takes us on a sensory journey in his work. A metrobus map painted on the wall, but not just any map. Each season is represented by a song. The notes become stops, and the rhythm of public transport merges with the pulse of the city. Who needs Google Maps when you can navigate Mexico City to the beat of your favorite tunes?
Virtual Reality as a Brush
Virtual reality is not just a headset and cables. It is a magical brush that transforms space and time. In the International Exhibition of Sound and Interactive Art (IN-SONORA), artists immerse themselves in parallel dimensions. His works are displayed in 360 experiences, sound installations and virtual performances. Manuel Felgueres, born in Zacatecas, surprises us with his “Iron Mural”. What is a mural in a world without walls? It is a symphony of brass that resonates in the soul of those who contemplate it.
Vibrant Conclusions
Virtual reality sound art is not just for the ears. It is for the heart, mind and spirit. It is a trip without a return ticket, where the scores become landscapes and the chords become emotions. So, dear readers, strap on your headphones and immerse yourself in this ocean of sounds and bits. Because in this world, music is not only heard, it is felt.
