Divergent Sounds
Amble Skuse’s soundscapes, played by City of London Sinfonia, build on conversations with neurodivergent people to explore their experience and identity.
The composer’s works are based on a series of focus groups with neurodivergent people, and have been produced in collaboration with a neurodivergent steering panel.
The soundscapes weave together musical interpretations of neurodivergent perceptions and experiences with recorded excerpts of voices from the focus groups.
The Divergent Sounds project explores ways in which neurodivergent people's brains may work differently, and the strengths and challenges that come with being neurodivergent in a neurotypical world.
The discussions and themes that emerged throughout the project were reviewed by dramaturg Jen McGregor and composer Amble Skuse. Divergent Sounds is a collaboration between King’s College London and City of London Sinfonia. A recording of the piece will be available to watch after the performance.
This project is generously supported by the Wellcome Trust
Performers
- City of London Sinfonia
- Jack Sheen conductor
- Stephanie Lamprea soprano
- Jen McGregor dramaturg, libretto
Repertoire
- Amble Skuse: Divergent Sounds (World premiere)
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For ages 7+
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Contains depictions of sensory overload.
Dates & times
Sun 14 May, 4pm & 7pm
Price
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