–Quantum Physics is in your Pocket–
This project has 2 main objectives; one focussed on science communication, and the other aiming for musical participation:
To use musical participation to help explain quantum concepts to a lay audience
Quantum physics is often seen as being difficult to explain, and so is under-represented in most science communication. We will use games and activities based around music and sound as analogies for key quantum concepts.
To use quantum concepts to facilitate participation and engagement with musical improvisation
Musical improvisation is very difficult to teach effectively, with musicians and non-musicians often lacking confidence to make something up on the spot.
Both objectives complement each-other and together provide an innovative approach to two notoriously difficult educational aims.
Most people know the word ‘quantum’ from popular culture, but have little idea about what it means. Our objective is to help people to understand the basics of what quantum physics is, and how it has been crucial to the development of much of the technology that we use today.
This is a fascinating (and very current) area of scientific research.
Interactive workshops to illustrate quantum physical concepts and applications. Using a range of means including games, performances, visualisations, music and sound, including elements of improvisation and hands-on experimentation.
The aim is to promote a wider understanding of what quantum physics is all about, how we all benefit from applications of quantum physics, and to dispel some of the myths and mystique that arise from popular culture.
This project is a collaboration between:
Erika Andersson – Professor of Physics at Heriot-Watt University
Matt Wright – Creative Producer/Director at Pianodrome, Edinburgh
Steve Summers – Creative Producer/Director at Noisy Toys