Sound
Not Touching The Floor
2023
Soundscape- field recordings and percussion (36 mins), performed by Cherelle Sappleton.
Having engaged in several public events and drawing inspiration from walks through both historical and everyday locations in Barrow, Cherelle created a sound piece designed to alleviate stressed minds. Leveraging her expertise as a certified sound therapist, she applies the principles of sound therapy along with field recordings that capture the gentle cadence of bird songs, the ambient murmur of people conversing, and the joyful sounds of children playing. The aim of the work is to establish a connection with the listener, encouraging a slower pace and providing respite in times of heightened pressure and anxiety. It is her hope that the recording to prompt individuals to reflect on the meaningful aspects of life, allowing them to feel a sense of lightness compared to when they initially engaged with the piece.
Commissioned by Barrowfull for Barrow Music 2023.
(How) Do I Carry On?
2022
Sound installation (40-minute loop), 2022. Leatherette, salt, silver chalice, menstrual blood, tea tree oil, cedar & castor oil, various dimensions. Exhibited at Giant Gallery, Bournemouth, 2022.
A contemplation of George Floyd's tragic death and the role of motherhood for women of colour during a period of climate collapse and social turmoil. This project involves the artist's personal contribution of their menstrual blood, seen as both a tribute and inheritance from their forebears, engaging in a conversation with various found objects symbolizing purification and curative properties, all set against a backdrop of dissonant audio recordings blended with deep resonating bass tones.
Darkness At Noon
2021
Soundscape (7 mins 30 secs), performed by Cherelle Sappleton and made in collaboration with Tom Morris.
Created for Darkness At Noon: Alchemical Nigredo of a Pandemic group exhibition, November 2021 at APT Gallery, London curated by Ruth Calland.
Kelp Zone
Cherelle has been contributing to community radio station, Margate Radio since 2021. Her monthly show acts like a sonic sketchbook and an opportunity for her to experiment with healing sound, music and field recordings utilising her training as a certified sound therapist and love for music. She also hosts in-person and virtual sound baths. Forthcoming live events can be found on the Events page.
PAL
A collaboration with long-time friend and music producer, Tom Morris (Algiers, Women’s Hour, Fear Of Men). PAL combine improvisation with detailed composition and sound design, using samplers and synthesisers alongside live percussion and heavily processed guitars to create their immersive and melodic soundscapes.
Heavy Mellow 2021-22
A roving deep listening focused live collaboration with photographer & DJ, Jason Evans. All forthcoming Heavy Mellow events will be listed on the Events page.
Work with me
Private events, festivals, exhibitions & conferences
Responding to your event’s themes or any other requirements, group sound baths can provide a wonderful contrast to busy programmes. With my depth of experience and creative approach, you’ll be in safe hands.
Financial investment: POA
1:1 Sound Healing (In-person & Online)
A luxurious massage for your mind, helping you to reset and decompress from life’s challenges. Using a method that employs music psychology, physics and the healing tones of Voice, Gong, Crystal or Himalayan Singing Bowls, you’ll be transported to another dimension.
Financial investment: £45-65 ph