Arts and HealthIn November 2024, the pilot project “L’écho des plantes : Opéra pour une Terre en fleurs” was launched, combining art, ecology, and technology. This interdisciplinary project brought together students from Robert Gravel High School in Montreal, artists from the Opéra de Montréal, scientists and mediators from the Biodôme, as well as the team from the AgeTeQ laboratory led by Professor Olivier Beauchet.
The project unfolded in several stages. First, a classroom mediation session raised participants’ awareness of ecological issues, lyrical art, and its role in fostering environmental consciousness. Then, a workshop at the Biodôme explored the capture of plants’ electrophysiological signals and their transformation into sound, offering an immersive experience. Finally, during a day at the Opéra, the students co-created a lyrical aria with Charlotte Gagnon, opera singer, and Xavier Rousseau, pianist, integrating plant sounds into an original composition.
The theme of the lyrical composition was directly tied to sustainable development and the climate emergency, allowing students to reflect on these pressing issues through an artistic approach.
This project highlights the Arts and Health Axis, integrating creative and artistic practices to promote well-being and raise awareness of environmental challenges.
A beautiful illustration of the power of art to spark discussions about protecting our planet!
