DMLab London: Sonic Special – Monday 26 January

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DMLab London: Sonic Special

 

A shot of a large event room. In the center is a person sat down at a table, presenting with a projection screen behind them. There is also a table with accessible instruments laid out, a table with people sat down and a BSL interpreter standing and signing.
A presentation taking place at a previous DMLab event. Credit: Martin Delaney

Event details

DMLab is a space for Disabled and Non-Disabled musicians, technologists, and makers to exchange practices and explore new accessible instruments.

When: Monday 26 January
Time: Doors 6.30pm, first presentation 7pm, doors close 9pm
Venue: Rich Mix, 35-47 Bethnal Green Road, London, E1 6LA OR live stream
Tickets: Register for free now!

Event overview

We are delighted to announce details of the first DMLab London event of 2026, exploring interfaces, inclusive sound and hearing futures.

Featuring presentations from:

  • Marion: Exploring hearing wellness as part of their wider work with Swnd Affects
  • Matt Webb: Presenting a Bluetooth Aura-cast project, using AI software and composers to create ‘live’ music which is streamed via Bluetooth to a Cochlear Implant-user audience, as part of their work with Outcome Path
  • Alex Lucas: Presenting an accessible switch MIDI interface developed as part of their research group Performance Without Barriers

As usual, the event will also include opportunities for networking and music making and testing a selection of instruments from Drake Music’s Accessible Musical Instrument Collection.

A hand hovers above a purple illuminated blob-shaped device. It is sitting on a table alongside other instruments and devices.
Accessible instruments being tested at a previous DMLab event. Credit: Martin Delaney.

 

While this will be an in-person event, there will also be the opportunity to view the presentations online. Register for an online ticket to receive the YouTube link, which will be shared ahead of the event.

Access

  • The venue, Rich Mix, is wheelchair accessible, via a permanent entrance ramp and lifts inside the building. The event will be held in The Studio, which is level throughout and is located on the 4th floor.
  • There are accessible toilets (with RADAR locks) on the ground floor, 1st floor, 2nd floor and the 4th floor.
  • There will be a quiet space available
  • We will have live captions and BSL interpreters at the session (these will also be available on the livestream).
  • There is a hearing loop in the Studio that can be used by switching most hearing aids to the ‘T’ position.
  • There is also an infrared system in The Studio which requires the use of headsets (which Rich Mix provides).

Please let us know of any specific access requirements when registering for the event.

Find out more about accessibility at Rich Mix

About the speakers

More information coming soon…

We can’t wait to see you there!