In celebration of the 30th anniversary of David Lynch’s Twin Peaks film Fire Walk With Me (1992), WA-founded new music ensemble Decibel transforms PICA into a progressive concert environment teeming with red velvet and darkened portals in Twin Peaks Was 30. Experience a series of unfolding compositions in a unique concert environment that pays tribute to the theme song’s composer, Angelo Badalamenti, and featured singer, Julee Cruise, with a 30-minute reworking of the original film score. Expect synth instrumentals and Cruise-inspired songs backed by signature twanging guitars and reverb-drenched soundscapes. With lighting by celebrated designer Jenny Hector, the program features new compositions by […]

An amazing showcase of new works for acoustic and electronic instruments from the next generation of composers and composer/performers. WAAPA is home to one of the largest Composition and Music Technology programs in Australia, providing exceptional training for composers and sound artists in concert and experimental music, electronica, popular, jazz, film and stage music. Tonight hear the incredible variety of student work including music for chamber ensembles, hearNOW Art Orchestra, film soundtracks, interactive music and video, and other creative projects.

Set your alarm clock for a meditative sunrise listening session with Lily Tait (Naarm). In partnership with Tone List, Boola Bardip presents an experimental concert series set against the backdrop of the sunrise, perched in the highest reaches of our eastern terrace. We invite you to start your day early, sit with a coffee and take a moment to reflect in peace while watching Boorloo’s east metropolitan area light up from the base of the hills to the steps of the Museum, scored by special guest, Lily Tait. Level 3 terrace nook (indoors, warm and undercover) transforms into a serene performance space […]

In 2012, Decibel new music ensemble devised 'The Complete John Cage Variations Project', an hour-long performance program featuring the eight Variations compositions (1958-76) composed by the important twentieth century composer John Cage (USA, 1912 -92). This exhibition displays some of the computer-generated scores and sound making objects devised for this project. It aligns with the release of a book edited by Decibel members Cat Hope and Lindsay Vickery, entitled Actions|Remarks: John Cage’s Variations and the expansion of the score, sonic materials, space, and the environment which includes a CD recording of the Decibel Complete Variations Project on US Label Mode. […]

Pedro Alvarez is an independent composer, performer, improviser and activist born in Chile in 1980, and currently based on Whadjuk Noongar land in Western Australia. His musical practice spans from Andean folk traditions through chamber music to experimental free improvisation, informed by anti-colonial perspectives, critical theory, and poetry. Between 2010-2014, a doctoral scholarship allowed Alvarez to concentrate exclusively on his creative work while living in the UK, completing a Master of Philosophy at University of London, and a PhD guided by Liza Lim at University of Huddersfield. Later professional highlights include being appointed composer-in-residence in Vienna and in Mexico, serving […]

Come one and all to NM 151! We are back in Northbridge at the Bird this month, and its Modular May! We have curated an amazing line up full of more bloops and bleeps than you could ever imagine. Featuring: Von Helfenstein Scientia Rich Wh Tu Hus FEL1N_3 nonlinearcircuits We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land where we live and work, the Whadjuk people of the Noongar nation, and recognise their continued custodianship and connection to the land, waters and community. We pay our respects to them and their Elders past, present and emerging.

Mystery & Wonder Presents: residues / Lyndon Blue / The Fan Band Wednesday 29 May, 2024 doors 7:30PM / music 8:15 / $15 The Bird (181 William Street) A night of experimental rock, song writing and oscillating fans. residues is an experimental rock band trying to fulfil the dream of a song-based music that never sounds the same twice. It is the latest project of Boorloo-via-Montreal musician Craig Pedersen (electric bass, voice), featuring a supergroup of Perth musical weirdos: Chris Cobilis (guitar), Djuna Lee (acoustic bass), Michael Terren (keyboard), Sage Pbbbt (drums) and Josten Myburgh (drums). Craig is known for […]

Outcome Unknown #102 ​ Join us for Outcome Unknown on May 30 at the Maylands Yacht Club. Featuring experimental sets by: ​ * Mel Hall * Mute Care Unit * Jessica Carlton & Sarah Ramsey * Moses Kington-Walberg & Claire Orman ​ 7pm, Thursday 30 May Maylands Yacht Club Entry $10 - $25 (pay scale) BYO ​ Poster by Eduardo Cossio. ​ Outcome Unknown gratefully acknowledges the support of Tura New Music. ​ * * *  ​ Mel Hall ​ Mel Hall is a writer and musician based in Walyalup (Fremantle). Her writing has been published by Fremantle Press, Westerly, […]

Join us for an enchanting journey into sound exploration and experimental meditation led by Lesley Kaye (Scientia) and Stewart Shepherd. Relax and transcend in a sonic space designed to elicit meditative states of consciousness. Become immersed within synergies of resonating gongs, crystal and Tibetan bowls, and the harmonious drone of the modular synth. Our aim is to provide a tranquil environment for relaxation and participants are invited to engage with the soundscape in any way that resonates with them, allowing the integration of gentle instrumentation and resonant soundscapes of modular synthesis, to guide you on a journey of calm. Venue: […]

Join us at the Old Midland Courthouse for ANY SOUND NOW: an open session for musicians of all backgrounds and abilities. ANY SOUND NOW is an invitation to ‘synchronise in the moment’. A chance to listen, experiment, and interact with others in an improvised music setting. All sounds – musical or non-musical, human or non-human, planned or unplanned – are welcomed. Sign up to play and bring your instrument, or join the event as an audience member 4.00pm – 4.20pm Solo set by Josiah Padmanabhan (Grievous Bodily Calm) 4.30pm – 4.50pm Q&A with Josiah Padmanabhan 5.00pm – 6:00pm Open Sets […]

This June, GOOLUGATUP SOUNDS returns with SHOEB AHMAD, SOPHIA HANSON-KNARHOI, plus DJ WETPUDDLSS.  Entry is free, with food, full bar and captivating art exhibitions alongside. Head to Goolugatup Heathcote, Applecross from 4pm on Saturday June 15. This June, GOOLUGATUP SOUNDS returns with SHOEB AHMAD, SOPHIA HANSON-KNARHOI, plus DJ WETPUDDLSS. Entry is free, with food, full bar and captivating art exhibitions alongside. Head to Goolugatup Heathcote, Applecross from 4pm on Saturday June 15.