Weekend of Oct 3rd, 2015
Photo by: Chris Chronopoulos
‘Triangulation’ is the result of a desire to map timbral properties to spatial relations. The piece consists of a self-contained triangular prism, 2 ft on a side and 8 inches deep. On its sides are embedded 16 IR sensors, and 2 speakers which serve as the inputs and outputs of the piece. Distance from each IR sensor is calculated using high-speed analog-to-digital converters (ADCs) which feed into a RaspberryPi running PureData. The PureData patch interprets the sensor data as the amplitudes of a chorus of voices, which together form a sonic space that is neither major nor minor, but complex enough to markedly sculpt in the space between your hands.
Chris Chronopoulos is a scientist, artist, and engineer whose work focuses on the way people interact with musical instruments and with each other. His installations utilize novel sensor technologies and custom algorithms to inspire people to engage in collaborative musical experiences. His work has been featured at art festivals including Burning Man and Apogaea, various Maker Faires, and gallery events around the Boston Area, including Illuminus and Curious Sound Objects.