Brighter Sound presents, in collaboration with the Museum of Science and Industry, an artistic residency directed by acclaimed composer Anna Meredith, alongside guitarist and composer Jack Ross and visual artist Eleanor Meredith.
Described as “one of the most innovative minds in modern British music” (Pitchfork) Anna is a composer, producer and performer of both acoustic and electronic music. She will lead a four-day residency from 18 – 21 July for young and emerging female musicians and multi-disciplinary artists to collaborate and create new work inspired by the Wonder Materials: Graphene and Beyond exhibition at the Museum of Science and Industry.
Produced as part of the programme for the Science in the City Festival, and in wider celebration of Manchester as the European City of Science 2016, the work will be premiered at the museum’s Science in The City Late on Wednesday 27 July.
“I’m so excited to be leading Brighter Sound’s summer residency in partnership with the Museum of Science and Industry – this fascinating museum is going to be a brilliant starting point for new musical and visual work and I can’t wait to see what we all come up with!” – Anna Meredith
This is a unique and special opportunity for young and emerging female musicians and multi-disciplinary artists from across Greater Manchester to work intensively with Anna, Jack and Eleanor to challenge their creativity against this innovative backdrop.
“It’s the sort of opportunity that money can’t buy, that decides a career, turns on a light, ignites a creative candle – a candle that shines upon your face and lets the world know who you are.” – Bethan, residency participant.
Dates: Mon 18 – Thurs 21 Jul 2016, 10am – 4pm
Performance: Weds 27 Jul 2016 (Day rehearsal and evening performance, times TBC)
Applicants must be available to attend all sessions in person at the Museum of Science and Industry, Manchester.
Expenses: £100 for the five days (four-day residency plus performance day).
Applicants must be female and aged 16-25.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Fri 1 Jul 2016, 5pm
Find out more and apply at: www.brightersound.com/anna-meredith-artistic-directors-series/
