Choreographing Energies
2021-2022
Project Collaborators: Naomi Even-Aberle, Shane Kiyosh
Choreographing Energies is an exploration that transcends the physical realm of martial arts, delving into the intricate relationship between movement and sound. This project takes the art of martial arts training beyond the visual and physical domains, aiming to capture and elevate the unseen energies at play. By isolating, collecting, and recording the sonic essence of martial arts—the very vibrations generated by actions like striking, blocking, kicking, and various bodily movements—this endeavor divorces the body from its conventional role as the sole generator of sound, giving rise to a unique auditory experience.
The project transforms the percussive and rhythmic vibrations inherent in martial arts into a mesmerizing symphony. The process involves meticulous recording and amplification of the energies produced during training sessions. The nuanced sounds of fists meeting pads, the resonant echoes of a well-executed kick, and the rhythmic cadence of footwork all become raw materials for a sonic palette. Through careful curation, these captured energies are arranged and orchestrated to create an immersive auditory landscape that mirrors the intensity, discipline, and harmony embedded in martial arts practices.
This innovative approach not only amplifies the sonic dimensions of martial arts but also highlights the universal aspects of energy, movement, and rhythm. The resulting composition becomes a testament to the beauty and power of disciplined physicality, transcending the boundaries of traditional art forms.
Ultimately, Choreographing Energies seeks to redefine the boundaries of artistic expression by extracting the unseen forces at play in martial arts and translating them into an evocative auditory experience. This project stands as a testament to the transformative power of movement and sound, inviting audiences to engage with the rhythmic heartbeat of martial arts in a way that transcends the conventional boundaries of perception.
2021-2022
Project Collaborators: Naomi Even-Aberle, Shane Kiyosh
Choreographing Energies is an exploration that transcends the physical realm of martial arts, delving into the intricate relationship between movement and sound. This project takes the art of martial arts training beyond the visual and physical domains, aiming to capture and elevate the unseen energies at play. By isolating, collecting, and recording the sonic essence of martial arts—the very vibrations generated by actions like striking, blocking, kicking, and various bodily movements—this endeavor divorces the body from its conventional role as the sole generator of sound, giving rise to a unique auditory experience.
The project transforms the percussive and rhythmic vibrations inherent in martial arts into a mesmerizing symphony. The process involves meticulous recording and amplification of the energies produced during training sessions. The nuanced sounds of fists meeting pads, the resonant echoes of a well-executed kick, and the rhythmic cadence of footwork all become raw materials for a sonic palette. Through careful curation, these captured energies are arranged and orchestrated to create an immersive auditory landscape that mirrors the intensity, discipline, and harmony embedded in martial arts practices.
This innovative approach not only amplifies the sonic dimensions of martial arts but also highlights the universal aspects of energy, movement, and rhythm. The resulting composition becomes a testament to the beauty and power of disciplined physicality, transcending the boundaries of traditional art forms.
Ultimately, Choreographing Energies seeks to redefine the boundaries of artistic expression by extracting the unseen forces at play in martial arts and translating them into an evocative auditory experience. This project stands as a testament to the transformative power of movement and sound, inviting audiences to engage with the rhythmic heartbeat of martial arts in a way that transcends the conventional boundaries of perception.