٩(˘◡˘)۶ for when you want a chill kind of fun
and a fun kind of chill ٩(˘◡˘)۶
Take a break from the everyday and step into the light sound library audio visual spa featuring whimsical ambient soundscapes and computer animation dreamscapes. This early evening activity is free, all ages, sensory friendly, and v chill.
Light Sound Library is the new project of Crystal Dorval (White Poppy, Sanity Soap), a therapeutic music resource library that uses playfulness to make wellness easy and fun. This is the first time music from the library will be shared in a live setting, and it is intended to be a nourishing offering.
Drop ins and outs welcome. The event will be followed by a group chat.
Schedule:
6:00-7:00 pm Doors / Ambient Lounge Drop In
Chill out lounge w/ ambient sound spa by Light Sound Library & auroratone visuals
Come early and cozy up in the lounge before the show begins. You can bring your knitting project, a sketchbook, or just be.
7:00-7:30 pm Screening Shorts
Celebrating the magical and wonderful world of early computer animation with a handful of playful shorts:
> The Cosmic Turtle “The big ride”
> Carla’s island (1981)
> Snoot and muttly (1984)
> “Dopamine video mix” w/ sound track by Light Sound Library
7:30-8:00 pm Film screening with live score
Dreamscape video remix with live score
> Selections from the Mind’s Eye animation collection with live score by Light Sound Library
8:00-9:00 Discussion Lounge
Stick around after the screenings for a Q&A / Group Chat n’ lounge
Some topics include:
> Therapeutic effects of the audio / visual experience
> Self care through creativity
> Sensory inclusivity at arts & music events
The 2024 “SOUND + FILM” series is generously supported by the Victoria Music Strategy Grant, a fund that seeks to address the barriers and challenges faced by musicians in the city. We would also like to thank The Ministry of Casual Living for it’s continued support for our events. Stay tuned for more in 2024!
Links:
White Poppy: https://whitepoppy.bandcamp.com/album/sound-of-blue;
Sanity Soap: https://www.instagram.com/sanitysoap/?hl=en
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Film + Sound is a series of spontaneously programmed film and music nights that feature avant garde and experimental works by international and local directors, hidden gems from the archives, and live score by local musicians. It has been taking place since 2018.
For physical events that happen at a specific time. For example a concert, or dance performance. If there are multiple shows, you can still duplicate your event to cover them all.
In-Person Event
Sat. May 25th 2024 + Add to Calendar
The Ministry of Casual Living
6:00pm - 9:00pm Doors at: 6:00pm
Free
