Live-coding performance uses software to create music and visuals on-the-fly, creating an improvisational electronic performance. Catering to a range of skill levels and artistic inclination, it's key claim to fame is a low barrier to entry providing inclusivity.

Bernard Gray, a live-coder, will be teaching eager performers how to create digital music and art through coding. He explained the format and how he got involved with the scene.

"The workshops are a gateway to computer generated art. The movement this workshop is associated w is called Algorave."

Mr Gray got involved with live-coding group Tidal Club in 2020, drawn to it's focus on being open-source and inclusive. He explained that in December last year, he hosted a 40-hour long marathon with 120 performers from around the globe.

"This world is not corporate, it's driven by volunteers and artists. That inclusivity is a key component, everyone is accepted, the only requirement is to find a slot that works for you," he said.

"That's what I want to push. Electronic music has a history of misogyny, this culture is completely counter to that."

He currently hosts jam sessions with other coders every Sunday morning, estimating that he's probably played with between 30 or 40 people. After spending the years learning his craft, he's keen to help bring it to more people.

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"I'm not looking for fame or fortune, I just have a strong belief that this is valuable. It's a soft entry point to basic programming," Mr Gray explained.

Ray Wholohan, the curator at the gallery, said that the exhibition would feature a range of talks and workshops along the artworks.

"I'm thinking of doing a night to talk about music influencing modern art. There's a bit to unpack there ... We're working with Ben Ceccato to have a kooky, rare instruments night as well. Show off some weird instruments."

The coding workshops will be held in conjunction with the Audio Visions exhibition in April, and is recommended for those 16 and up.

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