Modus Arts

Sound is the material
Listening is the practice

We're an Arts Council England National Portfolio Organisation specialising in sonic arts, based in Manchester and London. We make and present work where sound is the primary material: installation, spatial and ambisonic performance, acousmatic music, sound sculpture, field recording and listening practice.

Tape Letters

On the use of cassette tapes as a form of long-distance communication

SoundHoppers

A deep listening programme with two strands: one for children aged 5 to 11, and one for older people aged 60 and over.

Auris Festival

Manchester's first dedicated sound art festival, showcasing the breadth of sonic arts practice through spatial audio, performances, talks, soundwalks, workshops, and installations.

Text Sound Art

A cross-disciplinary platform between sound artists and poets.

Foley Nights

A participatory foley event where audiences take part in hands-on foley in response to film.

Sandbox

Informal, curated evenings where a sound artist shares their latest work.