Author Archives: Patrick Valiquet


suspension

Montreal, like many modern cities, contains abundant examples of urban architecture which is optimized for motor vehicles, with pedestrian access provided as almost an afterthought. Suspension is an attempt to criticize the utility of this kind of traffic-oriented space from a human perspective, by reducing the transparency of the sonic experience of its users. The distinct timbral quality of suspension is designed to invoke a feeling of detachment and unease, driving listeners to question the security of the relationship between themselves and the built environment.