In F-sharp - Muziekgebouw as an instrument

16 August 2022

As soon as you know it, you hear it, and you can’t help but pause in wonder. A hidden melody whispers from the bridge beneath your feet, a revolving door sings a welcoming chime as you push through, and as your hand brushes the banister, it hums a low, soothing tune. This is the artwork ‘In F-sharp’ (in Dutch: ‘In Fis’), an invitation to tune into the music as you descend into the building.

Inspired by the Muziekgebouw’s request, artist Paulien Barbas came up with a captivating piece for the public space. Five unique changes, both inside and outside the building, left their mark. During the project, Barbas worked together with musicians and wood- and metalworkers: a voyage of discovery in sound and architecture. By changing or emphasizing small elements, we become aware of sounds that usually slip past our daily autopilot.

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