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Arte in Centro 2016: Why Patterns? Sound as Visual Language in Abruzzo and Marche

exhibition · 2026-05-05

In 2016, Arte in Centro, a cultural collaboration in Abruzzo and Marche, announced its summer lineup focusing on sound as a visual medium. The project, named 'Why patterns? Il suono come linguaggio visivo,' is curated by Simone Ciglia, Francesca Lilli, LUX (which includes Carla Capodimonti and Marco Marzuoli), and Barbara Nardacchione, and is supported by Fondazione Aria. It features a mix of Italian and international artists like William Basinski, James Elaine, Richard Chartier, and more. Events and installations are set in various spots like Pescara, Penne, and Città Sant'Angelo. Founded in 2014, this network aims to promote cultural activities in the regions over the summer, with opening events documented by Artribune.

Key facts

  • Arte in Centro is a network active in Abruzzo and Marche since 2014.
  • The 2016 edition includes the project 'Why patterns? Il suono come linguaggio visivo'.
  • The project is curated by Simone Ciglia, Francesca Lilli, LUX (Carla Capodimonti, Marco Marzuoli), and Barbara Nardacchione.
  • Fondazione Aria oversees the project.
  • Artists include William Basinski, James Elaine, Richard Chartier, Nicola Di Croce, Francesco Fonassi, Matteo Nasini, Fabio Perletta, Roberto Pugliese, Christina Vantzou, and Triac.
  • Venues are located in Pescara, Penne, and Città Sant'Angelo.
  • The project explores sound as a visual language.
  • The article includes a photo gallery of the openings.

Entities

Artists

  • William Basinski
  • James Elaine
  • Richard Chartier
  • Nicola Di Croce
  • Francesco Fonassi
  • Matteo Nasini
  • Fabio Perletta
  • Roberto Pugliese
  • Christina Vantzou
  • Triac
  • Simone Ciglia
  • Francesca Lilli
  • Carla Capodimonti
  • Marco Marzuoli
  • Barbara Nardacchione

Institutions

  • Arte in Centro
  • Fondazione Aria
  • Artribune

Locations

  • Abruzzo
  • Marche
  • Pescara
  • Penne
  • Città Sant'Angelo
  • Italy

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