There are worlds beyond our senses that human perception cannot reach, yet upon which we exert our influence. Re.flex.ion: Orca brings underwater realities to the surface. Re.flex.ion makes underwater soundscapes accessible to human perception and stages the experience of these species in captivity, presented in stark contrast to the freedom of communication in their natural environment. The project aims to raise awareness about the consequences of captivity, which are often overlooked and difficult to grasp without experiencing them firsthand.

Re.flex.ion shows us, as humans, the extent to which confined water tanks made of concrete and glass disrupt the health of sonic species. The tank scene is acoustically modeled to human proportions, immersing the audience in a representation of the unhealthy sound environments of captivity. In contrast, the composition shows the audience the richness of the sonic bonds and communication between these sonic beings in the wild. The layout is intended to illuminate and reflect underwater acoustics and their relationship with the orca soundscape. The engagement builds an acoustic space that is challenged by the question of "how to represent the inaudible."

This project is made possible through previous collaborations with Jordie Hoogervorst, Marina Mulet i Gayà, Ocean Sounds and the team at Smithsonian Folkways.