endless music box. wip.
it is a generative sonic atmosphere contained in a wooden frame.
it is slightly smaller than an A3 piece of paper, and it consists of a a small computer, a switch, and a speaker. the switch turns on the computer, the computer starts generating an ever-evolving version of a musical composition, and the speaker emits vibrations from the wood to fill the room with a soundscape. compositions are each conceived as a generative system, specifically for pogłos. they intend to live in the background of our lives, setting an atmosphere, decorating our sonic environment.
view some of the compositions live at periode.github.io/music-frame
the compsitions:
- erik satie's vexations, for the ability to repeat the same motif without boredom
- brian eno's generative music (made with Koan, now rebranded as Wotja), for the technical contribution
- listen to wikipedia, for the possible data visualization
the objects:
- buddha machine, for the product design
- brand new noise, for the product design (without the interaction/instrument aspect)
the polish word pogłos (pronounced pog-wo-ss)
- an acoustic phenomenon consisting in the prolongation of sound, caused by the action of reflected waves in a closed room
- a multiplication of sound
- a reference to something, especially in someone's work
- dimensions: 420mm * 260mm * 8mm
- weight: 1.2kg
- computer: raspberry pi zero w
- power supply: 5.1V / 2.5A
- speaker: dayton 3W 4Ohm exciter
- amplifier: adafruit speaker bonnet
- mount material: cnc wooden frame with linseed oil finish and acrylic cover
see hardware and softwarefor more details
