Feel the Power of Infrasound: Exploring the World of Sounds Below 20Hz

To the untrained ear, the elusive world of infrasound can be easy to miss. Its the ultra-deep notes that many believe we as humans cannot register with our ears, but it exists in the rumble of thunder and in the communication of elephants and whales. Horror films have been using this sonic range for decades but what if we were to use it to bridge the gap between animals and humans? what if we were to change the way that music can be experienced... 

Composer and technologist Franco Schoeman, uses a combination of traditional music and infrasound to create a performance unlike any other. In addition to the enjoyment of regular listeners, the show holds potential for hearing-impaired audiences to feel the music. According to Schoeman,  "The body is a wonderful, sensitive membrane that can feel these musical vibrations. We celebrate sound, bass, and the marvels of existing on this remarkably symphonic planet."

Beyond Silence will take place at Fairtree Atterbury Theatre in Pretoria on 8 September, hosted by and in support of Whispers Speech and Hearing Centre.