The fundamental principle of IRCAM is to encourage productive interaction among scientific research, technological developments, and contemporary music production. Since its establishment in 1977, this initiative has provided the foundation for the institute’s activities. One of the major issues is the importance of contributing to the renewal of musical expression through science and technology. Conversely, sp…
IRCAM is an internationally recognized research center dedicated to creating new technologies for music. The institute offers a unique experimental environment where composers strive to enlarge their musical experience through the concepts expressed in new technologies.
In support of IRCAM's research and creation missions, the educational program seeks to shed light on the current and future meaning of the interactions among the arts, sciences, and technology as well as sharing its models of knowledge, know-how, and innovations with the widest possible audience.
Engaged with societal and economic issues at the intersection of culture and IT, research at Ircam has forged a reputation for itself in the world of international research as an interdisciplinary benchmark in the science and technology of sound and music, constantly attentive to the new needs and uses in society.
The fundamental principle of IRCAM is to encourage productive interaction among scientific research, technological developments, and contemporary music production. Since its establishment in 1977, this initiative has provided the foundation for the institute’s activities. One of the major issues is the importance of contributing to the renewal of musical expression through science and technology. Conversely, sp…
IRCAM is an internationally recognized research center dedicated to creating new technologies for music. The institute offers a unique experimental environment where composers strive to enlarge their musical experience through the concepts expressed in new technologies.
In support of IRCAM's research and creation missions, the educational program seeks to shed light on the current and future meaning of the interactions among the arts, sciences, and technology as well as sharing its models of knowledge, know-how, and innovations with the widest possible audience.
Engaged with societal and economic issues at the intersection of culture and IT, research at Ircam has forged a reputation for itself in the world of international research as an interdisciplinary benchmark in the science and technology of sound and music, constantly attentive to the new needs and uses in society.
IRCAM is committed to culture for everyone by introducing the Culture Relax initiative within its walls for the very first time! This season, three artistic creations, each with a performance labeled “Relax,” will give everyone the freedom to experience and express their emotions without constraint. It is a welcoming cultural event designed for all audiences, including people with psychological, intellectual, or cognitive disabilities, people with atypical behaviors, as well as their families and companions, in a reassuring atmosphere.
IRCAM is committed to:
Launched in 2005 by Ciné-ma différence and renamed Culture Relax in 2022, this initiative seeks to make culture accessible to all, particularly cinema and live performance. Relax screenings and performances are open to everyone, with flexible guidelines: free movement in and out of the hall or rest areas, the possibility of vocal expression, a relaxed atmosphere, and more.
Contact us for any information about accessibility at IRCAM!
01 44 78 12 40 or accessibilite (@) ircam.fr


