Space21, in collaboration with Sonorities Festival and the Sonic Arts Research Centre at Queen’s University Belfast, will organise an artistic research residency in Slemani to explore the possibilities of cross-cultural, investigative sonic research into so-called ‘abandoned’ spaces in Kurdistan-Iraq.
We expect a group of 10-15 practitioners from the UK, Kurdistan/Iraq and other European countries. Over ten days between September 20th – 30th, 2022., and as part of the Space21 sound art festival, the group will conduct research at derelict or abandoned locations, presenting their findings and works in process at a specially hosted public conference in Slemani on September 29th – 30th, 2022.

To apply, you don’t need to have a musical background. It is crucial to explain the connection between your practice, sound and space/place.

Artists and other practitioners from the Kurdistan region and other parts of Iraq can apply. Local transport, accommodation and a fee of 100$ to each participant.

We accept the application in all three languages: Kurdish (Sorani), Arabic and English.
Deadline: 25th August 2022