The Lilley Museum of Art at the University of Nevada, Reno has launched a new exhibition titled 'To Hold a Form: Art with Sound in the Work of Jennie C. Jones, LaRissa Rogers and Naama Tsabar.' The show features immersive, interactive sound art, including a site-specific performance by artist-in-residence Naama Tsabar and a team of musicians. Visitors are invited to touch and activate Tsabar's felt wall pieces strung with piano wires, which produce sound when handled, challenging traditional museum etiquette. The live performances took place on October 1 and 2, 2025, but the exhibition remains open to the public.
The exhibition matters because it redefines the relationship between audience and artwork, transforming passive observation into active participation. By integrating sound, sculpture, and bodily presence, 'To Hold a Form' pushes back against conventional museum norms and encourages new ways of experiencing art. The collaboration between the artist, musicians, and university students also highlights the role of educational institutions in fostering interdisciplinary creative practices and community engagement.