Augurs' Wand present Phosphene

Mike Cassidy (Concordia University)*; Kristian North (Concordia University)

Image credit: Mike Cassidy (Concordia University)*; Kristian North (Concordia University)

• Live Performance
• Paper PDF link
• Presence: In person
• Room Location: Rich Mix Studio
• Session: Concert 6

Abstract:

Augurs’ Wand performs using Phosphene, a custom audio-laser synthesis environment developed by the duo within the VCV Rack virtual modular ecosystem. This framework supports high-density patching where sonic and visual behaviors emerge from the same signal logic.

The performance employs three independent laser projectors treated as a single compositional instrument. Stereo signals drive each laser’s X and Y trajectory, while colour channels are shaped by harmonic relationships, modulation, and inter-laser phase coupling. Signal relationships are shaped in real time, allowing sonic and visual organisation to emerge through interaction rather than pre-composition.