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Gesture and Sound With Art on the Underground

1 February 2017 at 12.00–17.00

Free for Members

Photograph of a group of people whistling

Emma Smith The Whistling Orchestra, Primary 2016. Image courtesy of the artist.

Explore the relationship between movement, sound and meaning

Join artist Emma Smith and gesture language experts in a series of workshops, discussion and live performance.

The day will include contributions from an expert on human gesture and meaning, a workshop with a British Sign Language (BSL) interpreter exploring feelings and silent expression, and will culminate in a gestural orchestral performance. Residents from Nine Elms will be working with Emma Smith on the day.

Event times

12.00 Talk and round table discussion with the artist and invited guests
14.00 BSL workshop
15.00 Workshop on gesture
16.00 Performance of gestural orchestra 

This event is programmed by Art on the Underground, a Tate Exchange Associate.

About Art on the Underground

Art on the Underground is a pioneer in commissioning contemporary artworks that enrich the journeys of millions on the Tube every day.

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1 February 2017 at 12.00–17.00

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Free

Price shown includes donation. Concessions available. Under 12s go free (up to four per parent or guardian). Family tickets available (two adults and two children 12–18 years) by telephone or in the gallery.

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