A rich program around the exhibition “Follow the waves” awaits you at theSwedish Institute from Paris from May 25 to June 13, 2024. In this exhibition, the creations of Lars Fredrikson are exhibited in collaboration with the Swedish artists Anastasia Ax and Christine Ödlund.
Alongside this exhibition, a series of captivating events, including meetings, concerts, and performances, promises to enrich the visitor experience. These events offer a unique opportunity to explore the relationship between art, sound, and nature, while celebrating decades of musical innovation. Visitors will have the opportunity to discover unique perspectives on the interaction between different life forms and music. This program aims to attract not only art lovers, but also those curious from all disciplines.
Meeting and contemplative concert
Exploring the work of Christine Ödlund
Christine Odlund, recognized for her unique artistic approach, explores communication between living things through various mediums. Her work includes delicate watercolors, video works, sculptural installations, and sound creations. Visitors to the exhibition "Following the Waves" can discover her interpretation of nature and life cycles, where plants and sounds form a harmonious biotope. Her works seek to establish a dialogue between visitors and the living organisms present in her installations. By highlighting the subtle connections between plants and their sonic environment, Ödlund offers a new perspective on natural symbiosis.
Concert by Malörtens Vänner
On May 25, from 17 p.m. to 18:30 p.m., Christine Ödlund and her group Malörtens Vänner will offer a contemplative concert inspired by wetland ecosystems. This concert will be preceded by a fascinating discussion on plant communication and the language barriers between humans and nature. This intellectual encounter promises to revise our perception of nature through a multidisciplinary approach combining science and art. Participants will also be able to ask questions and interact directly with the artists and scientists present. This moment of exchange will enrich visitors' understanding of the complexities of interspecies communication.
Sound Walk and Concert: 60 Years of Elektronmusikstudion
The Electronic Music Studio (EMS)
Founded in 1964, theElectronic music studios (EMS) in Stockholm celebrates its 60th anniversary this year. EMS has played a crucial role in the renewal of contemporary music, transforming Stockholm into a major center for new music in Europe. Its influence extends across the globe, connecting composers and studios from various countries, including France. This institution was a pioneer in exploring the possibilities offered by electronic and electroacoustic music. Today, EMS continues to inspire a new generation of musicians and sound artists.
Stroll and concert with New Atlantis Orchestra and Souffle collectif
On June 6, from 18:30 p.m. to 21:30 p.m., the Swedish Institute's garden will host an exceptional concert to celebrate this anniversary. The New Atlantis Orchestra, founded by Nicolas Becker, Tarek Atoui, and Quentin Sirjacq, will join the Souffle collectif for a unique performance. Before the concert, a sound stroll through the "Follow the Waves" exhibition will allow visitors to appreciate the works of Lars Fredrikson, Anastasia Ax et Christine Odlund in a new light. Visitors will have the opportunity to hear new compositions created especially for this event. The combination of these talents promises a memorable and immersive evening.
Memorabilia (Settlers) sound performance and meeting with Anastasia Ax
Final intervention by Anastasia Ax
On June 13, from 19:20 p.m. to 30:XNUMX p.m., Anastasia Ax will close the exhibition with a sound performance of her installation “Settlers [Paris].” Ax is distinguished by her exploration of the physicality of life and the messages conveyed through different materials. For this final intervention, she will interact intensely with her lightweight concrete and iron oxide installation, cutting, breaking, and crushing the materials. This radical approach illustrates her vision of art as a process of continuous transformation. Viewers will witness how she manipulates the elements to create a new form of artistic dialogue.
Meeting with Anastasia Ax
The performance will be followed by a discussion with Sara Arrhenius, director of the Swedish Institute and co-curator of the exhibition. This discussion will allow participants to better understand Anastasia Ax's creative process and her unique artistic vision, where chance and control combine to give life to ephemeral and dynamic works. Participants will also be able to discover the inspirations and profound reflections underlying her work. This exchange promises to be an enriching conclusion to a landmark exhibition, offering an in-depth perspective on the artist's work and philosophy.
The "Follow the Waves" exhibition and accompanying events explore new artistic and intellectual perspectives. Take advantage of this opportunity to enjoy an immersive and enriching experience at the heart of the Swedish Institute in Paris!
Patrick Koune
View of the Lars Fredrikson exhibition, MAMAC, Nice, November 16, 2019 – June 28, 2020. Photo: François Fernandez, Courtsey: Lars Fredrikson Estate
Lars Fredrikson, B II B, 1966-67. Photo: Thomas Lannes, Courtesy: Lars Fredrikson Estate & Galerie In Situ – Fabienne Leclerc, Grand Paris
Christine Ödlund, Owl's Bay Swamp, 2022. Photo: Jean-Baptiste Béranger
Christine Ödlund, Electroacoustic Aspects of Plant and Man I, 2018. Photo: Christine Ödlund
Anastasia Ax, Memorabilia (Brottyta), Fylkingen, 2023. Photo: Katya L
