Flâneurs is a two day multidisciplinary workshop by architect and composer

Murat Ali Cengiz

The concept of the flâneur, as described by Charles Baudelaire, is a passionate observer of modern urban life: a wanderer who traverses the city and experiences its sounds and sights with an engaged yet reflective stance. This figure approaches the vibrant city as a complex poem that can be read. The role of the flâneur is not a passive activity, but a conscious practice of attentive looking and listening—both part of the crowd and hidden within it—transforming observations into artistic and intellectual expression.

The project invites the public to rediscover Utrecht through walking, drawing, and music. The workshop culminates in a collaboration with a professional saxophonist, Giusseppe Doronzo (ITA), who will interpret the participants' compositions and will perform them during the public concert at Muziekhuis, Utrecht (27.02.26)

DAY 1 - 27 February

14:00 - Muziekhuis: Short introductory presentation on the Musicographics concept at Muziekhuis by Murat Ali Cengiz (40 minutes).

14:40 - City Walk: Participants explore the city with Murat, along the pre-selected route (approx. 3km), collecting impressions through sketches, photos, sound recordings, and short videos. A short coffee break in between. (60 minutes).

15:40 - Muziekhuis: Return to the workshop space, where participants convert their impressions into graphic scores on paper or using the Musicographics software after a short tutorial. Small snacks and coffee included (60 minutes or as long as you need).

DAY 2 - 28 February

14:00 - Muziekhuis: Saxophonist Giuseppe Doronzo joins the group, who will introduce his instrument and explain articulations, techniques, limitations, and possibilities (30 minutes).

14:30 - Rehearsals: Collaboration between participants and musicians to translate the graphic notations into sound and finalize musical compositions (15 minutes for each participant).

16:30 - Concert: Public concert to conclude the workshop at the Muziekhuis performance space. All results will be documented and published on the Musicographics website.

Requirements

Interest in music and the city

Having played an instrument is a plus but not a must

Ability to take a long walk (3km.)

A phone, photo camera or pen/paper (a way to make your own notes audio or visual)

By signing up, you are giving consent to present your piece to public both at the end of the workshop and for later exhibitions.

Join the Workshop

Sign up by February 12th to secure your spot

Participation is free but the space is limited