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I had the pleasure of joining MONO for their New York show at Pioneer Works, performing as part of the LPR ensemble alongside many friends and colleagues from NYC’s new and experimental music scene. MONO, the legendary Japanese instrumental band, is known for their sweeping, cinematic sound—blending post-rock, shoegaze, and orchestral elements into emotionally charged, immersive performances. Their music is both delicate and thunderous, building in slow, expansive waves that crash with incredible intensity. It was an unforgettable experience to be part of that sonic world, surrounded by so many inspiring musicians.

This past November, we wrapped up a two-year journey with Montreal’s experimental music ensembles Bakarlari and ILÉA through Émanants—a project that brought new life to the deconsecrated chapel of La Cité-des-Hospitalières. Once home to the Religieuses Hospitalières de Saint-Joseph, a cloistered order dedicated to healthcare, the space carries a deep history. With its soaring ceilings, long reverberation, and multi-level gallery layout, it was the perfect playground for sonic experimentation. We leaned into the acoustics and architecture, creating site-specific works that felt like they belonged to the space.

As part of this, I had the chance to rework a piece by Toronto-based composer Andrew Noseworthy for modular synthesizer, performed beautifully by Pierre-Luc Lecours. The sound just melted into the chapel’s natural resonance, making for a really special moment. A video is on the way—can’t wait to share it!