Ideas worth spreading

TED@IBM

November 2016

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To the beat of light

Musicians Ryan and Hays Holladay blur the boundaries of sight and sound, creating a visual experience where music becomes the performer, rather than the performance with captivating colorful explosions that react to their music's slightest beats and tones.

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This talk was presented at a TED Institute event given in partnership with IBM.

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Musicians Ryan and Hays Holladay blur the boundaries of sight and sound, creating a visual experience where music becomes the performer, rather than the performance with captivating colorful explosions that react to their music's slightest beats and tones.

This talk was presented at a TED Institute event given in partnership with IBM.

Read more about the TED Institute.

About the speakers

Hays Holladay

Musician

Hays and Ryan Holladay create innovative sonic experiences that blur the lines between art and technology. Their work celebrates the act of discovery, reimagining how we interact with and experience sound.

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Brothers Ryan and Hays Holladay explore the intersection of art and technology with an emphasis on music and sound, with projects ranging from multichannel audio installations to interactive performances to mobile apps.

About TED Institute

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