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Art sonor a Espanya, 1961-2016: Exploring Spanish Sound Art and Its Evolution

This past exhibition surveyed experimental music and sonic expressions in Spain, meticulously curated by multiple experts.

The 'Art sonor a Espanya, 1961-2016' exhibition explored the evolution of sound art in Spain from 1961 to 2016. This significant cultural event showcased experimental music and sonic practices, featuring contributions from a collective of distinguished curators. Presented across multiple venues, it documented a pivotal period in Spanish art history, with a comprehensive catalog offering further insights.

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Exhibition summary

This exhibition, documented in a printed catalog, explored the landscape of sound art in Spain from 1961 to 2016. It featured contributions from numerous curators and was presented across multiple venues.

Curatorial context

The 'Art sonor a Espanya, 1961-2016' exhibition delves into the history and development of sound art within Spain, spanning a significant period from 1961 to 2016. The exhibition's associated catalog, available in print at the Juan March Foundation Library, provides a comprehensive overview of this artistic domain. The project was curated by Manuel Fontán del Junco, Antonio Garrote, José Iges, José Luis Maire, Guillermo Nagore, Celina Quintas, and Marta Suárez-Infiesta, with the Fundación Juan March serving as the editorial entity. The exhibition itself was held across several dates and locations: from February 10 to May 21, 2016, at the Museu Fundación Juan March in Palma; from June 16 to September 18, 2016, at the Museo de Arte Abstracto Español in Cuenca; and from October 14, 2016, to January 15, 2017, at the Fundación Juan March in Madrid.

Admission and ticket notes

The exhibition catalog is available in print at the Biblioteca de la Fundación Juan March. Specific exhibition admission details are not provided on this page, but the dates indicate it was a past event held across multiple venues.

Art sonor a Espanya, 1961-2016 key exhibition facts

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Venue
Juan March Institute
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
Feb 10, 2016 – Jan 15, 2017
Artist line / attribution
Curated by Manuel Fontán del Junco, Antonio Garrote, José Iges, José Luis Maire, Guillermo Nagore, Celina Quintas, and Marta Suárez-Infiesta.
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