The Engine Room 2025

Following an overwhelming response, The Engine Room Sound Art Competition received over 170 submissions from more than 40 countries, showcasing a diverse and innovative range of sound art practices. This year’s finalists will present their work at Morley Gallery from 28 April to 16 May 2025.

The sound art exhibition offers audiences unique experiences in cutting-edge sound art in various forms – including audio works, audiovisual pieces, interactive installations, and sound sculptures. Alongside the exhibition, The Engine Room 2025 will feature a programme of performances and workshops.  A prestigious Penny Lecture will be led by the exhibition curators Camilo Salazar and Matthew Gardner alongside Morley College sound art lecturers with an essential history of sound art and experimental music.

The Engine Room continues Morley’s long-standing legacy in electronic and experimental music, following in the footsteps of pioneering figures such as Cornelius Cardew, a former music tutor at the college and founder of the Scratch Orchestra.

 The organisers extend their gratitude to an esteemed panel of judges, Sarah Nicolls, Mariam Rezaei, John Richards, who carefully reviewed the submissions and selected the works that will be exhibited. Their expertise and dedication have been invaluable in shaping this year’s exhibition.

Stay tuned to Morley Radio for more Sound Art content coming up soon. We look forward to welcoming you to Morley Gallery to explore this exciting exhibition!