Using composition as a medium to navigate the imaginative and creative dimensions of existence, Félicia Atkinson materialises an intricate tapestry where human voices mingle with landscapes, imagery, literature, memories, and abstract notions, each engaged in forms of communication. Intricately intertwining diverse voices through her sonic creations, she blends field recordings, MIDI instrumentation, and fragments of expressive language in both French and English. In the rich layers of her compositions, narratives unfold, manipulating time and space to portray stories where she assumes the role of the storyteller rather than the central figure. Through this multifaceted approach, Félicia Atkinson creates an unique auditory experience that transcends conventional structures and invites listeners into a realm where sound and narrative coalesce in compelling ways.
With a wealth of releases under her belt – notably 2023’s gorgeous Ni envers ni endroit que cette roche brûlante (Pour Georgia O’Keeffe) – and her work co-running the imprint Shelter Press as well as a continuing cycle of compelling collaborations with artists like Jefre Cantu-Ledesma, Chris Watson, Christina Vantzou, and Stephen O'Malley, Atkinson’s conversations grow ever more complex and intriguing. Listen in, won’t you?
Félicia Atkinson is supported by SHAPE+ which is co-funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA). Neither the European Union nor EACEA can be held responsible for them.
