Looking Outwards 04: Sound Art

The project that I chose to focus on was the Synth Play by Yuri Suzuki in collaboration with Raven, a Chinese tech company focused on developing operating systems using AI and new interactions. I chose this project because like all of Suzuki’s other works, it captured my attention by how he is able to make something as complex as music creating technology into something even a small child can use. I love the accessibility of understanding and interacting with his work since it lets everyone enjoy his installations, not just those with more knowledge in a specific area. The algorithms used to generate the work is similar to how a regular synthesizer works to create or modify music. However, by applying sensors to the inflatables, it makes the experience interactive. Suzuki’s artistic sensibilities manifest in the final outcome of this project since, like his previous works, he chose to focus on creating music and easy accessibility.