Cryptic (TDN 2025)
Organisation Biog: Producers and providers of unique experiences for curious minds, from pioneering musicians to fresh new talent. <br />Established in 1994, Cryptic is Scotland’s internationally renowned home of experimental music and audiovisual art. Founded by Cathie Boyd, and based in Glasgow but with a global reach, Cryptic presents and promotes the most dynamic talents of today and tomorrow, exploring new dimensions in live music, visual and sound art.
Short Project Title: Cryptic’s 2025/26 Talent Development programme, supporting music creators through commissions, residencies, performances, tours and mentorship.
Program Description: Diverse talents and projects are united by three strands that are key to our mission: Cryptic Artists seeks out and nurtures pioneering talents; Cryptic Nights supports and mentors Scottish-based artists, helping them reach the next stage in their creative development; and, every two years, Sonica Glasgow, an 11-day festival of audiovisual performance and sound art featuring new and established artists from across the world.
