About
Tactile Music is a music and sound company with 16+ years of experience, specialising in creating soundscapes for international public art, museums, broadcast, and fashion.
Our practice is inspired by nature, science, data, and technology, delivering original and emotionally engaging sound experiences that captivate global audiences.
In our practice, we immerse ourselves in the context of each project. We collaborate closely with clients, curators, and stakeholders to understand their vision and objectives. By listening attentively, we ensure that our soundscapes align with the artistic intent and create a harmonious integration with the visual elements and the physical space they inhabit.
We collaborate with award-winning experts in various fields, including directors, lighting designers, artists, technologists, musicians, DOPs, digital placemakers and Grammy-winning mastering engineers. Tailoring teams for each project, we achieve exceptional outcomes that push creative boundaries.
Technology plays a significant role in our practice. We leverage creative technologies and techniques to create high-quality and immersive sound installations. From spatial audio systems to interactive elements, we embrace innovative approaches that push the boundaries of what is possible in the realm of public art soundscapes.While retaining a focus on art a sensory language.
Driven by our passion to enhance the world's soundscape, we provide quality and clarity amidst today's noise. Our soundscapes uplift spirits and create unique experiences. We believe everyone should experience the transformative power of sound and music.
Key Projects & Collaborations
Music Composition, Music Direction, Sound Design, Music Supervision.
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2024
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L’Oréal Paris: Fashion event “Your Worth It,” Overseas Passenger Terminal, Sydney.
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Cartier Foundation: Sydney Biennale Launch, White Bay Power Station, Sydney.
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Ghost Trees: National Film and Sound Archive, Canberra.
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Hermès: Melbourne Boutique Launch.
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Woolmark: 60th Anniversary Film “Still Spinning.”
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Australian Fashion Week: Carriageworks, Sydney. 8 shows.
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Dinosaur Designs: “Handmade” Film.
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Australian National Maritime Museum: Valerie Taylor Interactive Exhibit.
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Jetstar: Uniform Launch Fashion Event, Melbourne Airport.
2023
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Mirvac: Music and Sound Consultation for large development.
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Aje Athletica: Fashion Event, Sydney Opera House.
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Hermès: Le Cavalier Bleu, Carriageworks, Sydney.
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Semi Permanent: Future States Festival:
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Sydney Modern (AGNSW): Nagnata : Future Movements. Film, Dance Performance, and Fashion Show.
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Australian Fashion Week: Carriageworks, Sydney. 12 shows.
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Carla Zampatti x Lindy Lee: Fashion and art event. Sydney.
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2022
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The Lume, Melbourne: "Ghost Trees." Collaboration with James McGrath as "Nature as Data."
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Hermès: Fit, Hordern Pavilion.
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Sydney Jewish Museum: Reverberations: A Future for Memory.
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Tiffany: High Jewellery Event, Sydney Opera House.
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Australian National Maritime Museum: “Wharfies Mural.” Soundtrack to exhibition.
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Sydney Modern (AGNSW) Opening: Donors Dinner.
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Australian National Maritime Museum: "Shaped by the Sea" Exhibition. Permanent music and sound installation: "As It Ends, It Begins Again."
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Waterhouse Natural Science Art Prize: Finalist, South Australian Museum. "Ghost Trees." Collaboration with James McGrath as "Nature as Data."
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Vivid Sydney: "We Dream the City." Soundtrack. Collaboration with Dr. Sarah Barns and Michael Killalea of Esem Projects.
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Vivid Sydney: "Point of View." Collaboration with Michael Killalea and Brad Robson.
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Nagnata Movement 10: Bangarra Dance Theatre, Sydney. Collaboration with Nagnata, Laura May, Ella Bancroft, and Waangenga Blanco.
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Semi Permanent: Perspective Festival: Carriageworks, Sydney.
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Indigenous Fashion Projects (DAAF): Australian Fashion Week, Carriageworks, Sydney.
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Australian Fashion Week: Carriageworks, Sydney. 10 Shows.
2021
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Australian National Maritime Museum: "One Ocean, Our Future" Exhibition.
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Luna Fête: Festival of Light, Art, and Technology, New Orleans, USA. "Ghost Trees." Collaboration with James McGrath as "Nature as Data."
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Dlectricity Festival: Detroit Institute of Art, Detroit, USA. "Ghost Trees." Collaboration with James McGrath as "Nature as Data."
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Northern Beaches Environmental Art Prize: Finalist, Sydney. "Ghost Trees." Collaboration with James McGrath as "Nature as Data."
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Port Macquarie-Hastings Council: "Wakulda - Weaving Our Stories as One." Collaboration with Esem Projects, the Ngarrgan Mirrilyn Choir, and the local Birpai people.
Archive
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Rutherford's Den: The Arts Centre, Christchurch, New Zealand. Permanent science museum. Collaboration with Esem Projects.
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Bathurst Winter Festival: Bathurst Regional Council. Music Composition, Sound Design, Music Direction, and Supervision. Public art projection festival. Collaboration with Esem Projects. 7 years.
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The University of Vienna: "Sounds of Matter" Exhibition. "Freezing Gold Nanocluster." Awarded Best in the Category of Nucleation.
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Australian National Maritime Museum: "Voyage to the Deep."
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Arrivals and Departures: Barangaroo Delivery Authority, Sydney. Collaboration with Esem Projects.
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Australian Museum, Sydney: "Tyrannosaurs - Meet the Family" Exhibition.
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Australian Museum, Sydney: "Deep Oceans" Exhibition.​
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Discography:
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2023. Gary John Sinclair - Public broadcast Vol.01
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2006. Abacus Roolz - The northern summer of
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2003. Abacus Roolz - The trials and tribulations of
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1999. Liminal - aa