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Crossings: Umění pro ucho a oko – Exploring Interdisciplinary Sound and Visual Art Exhibitions

This past exhibition showcased a unique convergence of experimental music, soundscapes, and visual art by 38 international artists.

The "Crossings. Umění pro ucho a oko" exhibition offered a groundbreaking exploration into the dynamic relationship between music and visual art. It presented a diverse collection of experimental sound art, sculptures, environments, and video installations from 38 renowned European and American artists. This unique show delved into how 20th-century practices broadened new music definitions and pushed visual expression boundaries, also featuring an extensive program of concerts and performances.

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Exhibition summary

This exhibition explored the intersection of music and visual arts, focusing on experimental sound and music that expanded the boundaries of both disciplines. It featured soundscapes, sculptures, environments, and video works by 38 European and American artists, offering a multifaceted view of contemporary art for both sight and hearing.

Curatorial context

"Crossings. Umění pro ucho a oko" (Art for the Ear and Eye) delved into the complex relationship between music and visual arts, showcasing how experimental musical and sound practices from the 20th century significantly broadened the definition of new music and pushed the limits of visual expression. The exhibition presented a diverse array of works by 38 European and American artists, including sound spaces, sculptures, environments, and video installations. These varied artistic forms provided visitors with insights into the multifaceted nature of contemporary art that engages both the senses of sight and hearing. In addition to the main exhibition, 'Crossings' featured an extensive program of concerts, performances, and events that highlighted various possibilities of combining art and music, offering a platform for emerging artists, particularly from the alternative scene. The exhibition was a collaborative effort between Galerie Rudolfinum and Kunsthalle Wien, curated by Cathrin Pichler. It aimed to bridge artistic disciplines and showcase innovative practices that challenge conventional perceptions of art and sound.

Admission and ticket notes

Admission is voluntary. The last entry to the exhibition is permitted no later than 30 minutes before closing time. Visitors who do not have enough time to see the entire exhibition may return at another time to view the remainder.

Crossings. Umění pro ucho a oko key exhibition facts

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Venue
Galerie Rudolfinum
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
Jun 24, 1999 – Sep 12, 1999
Artist line / attribution
Featuring works by Richard Artschwager, Joseph Beuys, John Cage, Henning Christiansen, Martin Creed, Jeremy Deller, Federico Díaz, Stan Douglas, Daniel Egg, Angus Fairhurst, Jochen Gerz, Douglas Gordon, Franz Graf, Dan Graham, Milan Grygar, Henrik Hakansson, Russell Haswell, Carl Michael von Hausswolff, Dick Higgins, Gary Hill, Lee Jaffe, Jon Kessler, Milan Knížák, Bernhard Leitner, Alvin Lucier, Christian Marclay, Bruce Nauman, Max Neuhaus, Flora Neuwirth, Olga Neuwirth, Nicolas Jasmin (N.I.C.J.O.B.), Yoko Ono, Nam June Paik, Stephen Prina, Alan Rath, Gerwald Rockenschaub, and Lawrence Weiner.
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