Echoes of Sound

An immersive installation by Megan Mosholder transforming downtown Macon’s arcH to honor the city’s unparalleled contribution to the American musical landscape.

Fusing form and dynamic sensory elements, Echoes of Sound is a site-specific installation featuring sixteen towering 12-foot wooden posts arranged to create a rhythmic visual composition echoing the city’s musical heartbeat. Each post is wrapped in vibrant pink, iridescent cords, symbolizing the city’s deep and diverse musical heritage—spanning blues, soul, rock, gospel, and beyond–developed by legends such as Little Richard, Otis Redding, and the Allman Brothers Band. These interwoven strands serve as dynamic representations of Macon’s artistic legacy and the fusion of culture that has shaped the city into a creative epicenter.

Suspended between the posts, cascading curtains of iridescent, faceted beads capture and refract light, producing kaleidoscopic patterns that evoke the transformative power of music. The installation is also augmented with dynamic UV-like light strips pulsing with an ever-changing rhythm, shifting in intensity and tone throughout the day and night. This luminous choreography highlights the woven texture of the cords, creating an interplay of shadow and light, and an evolving visual experience that mirrors music’s fluidity.

The installation’s debut during the 43rd Annual Macon Cherry Blossom Festival further enhances its experience, aligning with the festival’s celebration of nature, culture, and community. This synergy underscores the profound intersection of art and music with the natural world, providing visitors with a multi-dimensional experience that bridges history with contemporary artistic expression, and a beacon for imaging Macon’s creative future.