An intriguing fusion of sound and art is captivating visitors at Shanghai’s West Bund Museum. As a highlight of this year’s Croisements Festival, the Sino-French exhibition titled “I Never Dream Otherwise than Awake: Journeys in Sound” showcases an innovative exploration of acoustic art.
The exhibition features 15 installations from the Centre Pompidou’s esteemed new media collection, bringing a touch of French avant-garde to Shanghai’s vibrant art scene. Alongside these international works, selected audiovisual pieces and sound sculptures by Chinese artists offer a dynamic dialogue between Eastern and Western perspectives on sound and perception.
Visitors are invited to immerse themselves in a sensory journey that transcends traditional art forms. The installations blend technology and creativity, challenging audiences to experience art through the resonance of sound and its interplay with space and emotion.
The Croisements Festival, celebrating cultural exchange between China and France, provides a platform for artistic collaboration and mutual inspiration. This exhibition not only strengthens the artistic ties between the two nations but also enriches Shanghai’s cultural landscape with cutting-edge contemporary art.
The exhibition runs through [insert date if known], offering ample opportunity for art enthusiasts, curious visitors, and cultural explorers to engage with this unique acoustic experience at the West Bund Museum.
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Sino-French exhibition of acoustic journeys opens in Shanghai
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