Moth x Human is a sonic journey into the world as it comes alive after dark. Moth data collected by scientists at UKCEH has been sonified into immersive soundscapes, with each moth assigned a different sound. The ebb and flow of different species activity throughout the night is ‘performed’ alongside acoustic instruments, field recordings, electronics, and visuals, creating a unique interspecies experience. This thought-provoking new work highlights declining UK biodiversity. Nocturnal pollinators can be so easily overlooked, yet they play an essential role within our ecosystem and are as important as bees and butterflies.
Future Developments: OCM is supporting Ellie Wilson to develop Moth x Human to tour the UK with: An immersive indoor/outdoor sound and visual installation, educational & family events, and live performances. If you are interested in finding out more please download the promo pack here or contact jo@ocmevents.org
Commissioned by Oxford Contemporary Music with support from UK Centre for Ecology and Hydrology. The live BBC Radio 3 performance is out now on NMC Recordings, available to download and stream.
Commissioned by Oxford Contemporary Music with support from UK Centre for Ecology and Hydrology. Supported by The City of London Corporation’s Enjoying Green Spaces and the Natural Environment Fund', the Epping Forest charity who own and manage Epping Forest, 101 Outdoor Arts and The Marchus Trust,
Moth x Human was originally supported through PRS Foundation and Southbank Centre’s New Music Biennial in partnership with Bradford 2025 UK City of Culture, BBC Radio 3, NMC Recordings and Arts Council England.
With thanks to students from The Northern School of Art (visuals).