Midori Samson サムソンみどり is a bassoonist, educator, sound artist, and social worker whose practice integrates music with healing-centered care. Holding degrees in music and social work from Juilliard and universities of Texas, Michigan, and Wisconsin, she facilitates arts and healing activities for communities globally. In her practice, she uses deep listening, pilgrimage, and autoethnography to investigate stories of her Japanese and Filipino ancestors. Her current project is an audio-visual album that uses field recordings and bassoon to explore intergenerational memory and trauma.

«From the first meeting to the last, the online residency was a precious experience, thoughtfully curated with each artist’s growth in mind. Our cohort was incredibly diverse in medium, themes, and lived experiences, yet the threads that connected us were intentional and powerful. Over two months, we built community, shared transformative moments, and supported one another’s creative thriving. I will always cherish the artistic growth, conversations, and lasting colleagueships that emerged through this residency experience.»