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Crys Cole
International Artist in Residence, January 2023

Crys Cole is a Canadian sound artist currently based in Berlin, working in composition, performance and sound installation. Taking a conceptual approach, she generates subtle and imperfect sounds through haptic gestures and seemingly mundane materials to create texturally nuanced work.

MESSFebruary 1, 2023

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Transferring Ownership of a Pass

In a rare occasion you may need to transfer the ownership of a Studio Pass from one person to another. 1. Locate them on the Member List Search for the pass holder's name on the Members List. Click on their…

MESSJanuary 30, 2023

All Stories Artist in Residence Interview MESS Residencies

Kaitlyn Aurelia-Smith
International Artist in Residence, January 2023

Kaitlyn Aurelia Smith is a classically trained composer, performer, and producer who creates experimental electronic music using analog synthesisers, known for creating intricate, layered compositions.

MESSJanuary 23, 2023

All Stories News

MAX and RNBO Workshops

MESS is happy to announce a series of workshops hosted by Cycling 74. These workshops are suitable for beginners interested in learning more about Max (sometimes referred to as Max/MSP & Jitter) — an interactive programming software that allows users…

MESSJanuary 19, 2023

All Stories Interview MESS Residencies

Warren Burt
MESS Commissioned Artist

Warren Burt MESS Commissioned Artist Warren is knitted into the very fabric of Australian experimental and electronic music. His arrival from the US in 1975 to be part of the first teaching cohort at the newly minted La Trobe University…

MESSJanuary 18, 2023

All Stories Artist in Residence Interview MESS Residencies OzCo

Gail Priest
National Artist in Residence, November 2022

Gail has a multi-faceted practice in which sound is the key material of communication and investigation. Her work spans solo electro-acoustic composition for performance and recordings, soundtracks for dance, theatre and video, and gallery installations.

MESSJanuary 12, 2023

All Stories Synth Spotlight

Synth Spotlight: Yamaha DX1

We're gliding into the new year on the expansive wings of the Yamaha DX1 With only 140 produced, Yamaha's DX1 is a bit of a holy grail. A precursor to the famous DX7, the DX1 is Yamaha's biggest FM synth. Manufactured…

MESSJanuary 12, 2023

All Stories Interview MESS Residencies OzCo

Sabine Brix
Commissioned Artist, ACMI X MESS

Sabine Brix is an electronic music producer and composer whose work explores the human condition. She also releases dance music under the moniker Brixx.

MESSJanuary 12, 2023

All Stories Artist Talk News Upcoming Shows

Artist Q&A: Kaitlyn Aurelia-Smith

MESS is proud to present a Q&A with Kaitlyn Aurelia Smith! Join us on Tuesday Jan 24th for an intimate conversation with Kaitlyn as she discusses her creative process and shares insights into her multifaceted career.

MESSDecember 22, 2022

All Stories MESS Commissions News

Sabine Brix x ACMI

Summer–Autumn (2022–23) at acmiWe’re back with another acmi + MESS collaboration! Sabine Brix’s composition is now playing in the acmi Cinemas, accompanied by Rian Smit’s animation. “For this animation, I wanted to bring to life the sense of curiosity and…

MESSDecember 14, 2022

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Crys Cole
International Artist in Residence, January 2023

Transferring Ownership of a Pass

Kaitlyn Aurelia-Smith
International Artist in Residence, January 2023

MAX and RNBO Workshops

Warren Burt
MESS Commissioned Artist

Gail Priest
National Artist in Residence, November 2022

Synth Spotlight: Yamaha DX1

Sabine Brix
Commissioned Artist, ACMI X MESS

Artist Q&A: Kaitlyn Aurelia-Smith

Sabine Brix x ACMI

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