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sonic art

[/ˈsɒnɪk ɑːrt/]
nounpl: sonic arts
arte sonora
1. An art form that uses sound and acoustic elements as its primary medium, encompassing music, sound design, and auditory installation art
The sonic art installation filled the gallery with layered ambient sounds and field recordings.
A instalação de arte sonora preencheu a galeria com sons ambientes estratificados e gravações de campo.
2. A contemporary art practice that explores the aesthetic and conceptual possibilities of sound beyond traditional music
Her sonic art project explores the relationship between silence and noise in urban environments.
Seu projeto de arte sonora explora a relação entre silêncio e ruído em ambientes urbanos.
Synonyms
sound artaudio artacoustic artsound installation

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
arte sonora
Standard usage in Brazilian art communities
São Paulo
arte sonora
Commonly used in contemporary art circles
Portugal
arte sonora
Standard usage, sometimes referred to as 'artes do som' in broader contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

sound installation
audio performance
acoustic composition
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