Introducing "MYCELIUM": Sirintip’s captivating interdisciplinary musical suite, born from a five-year artistic and research odyssey, intertwines the wonders of fungi and plankton with the power of music and storytelling.

Mycelium, the intricate underground network of fungal organisms, inspires a journey of interconnectedness and hope, mirroring the unseen bonds between humanity and nature.

Through collaborations with trumpeter/composer Danny Jonokuchi(Lady Gaga), visual designer Nitcha Tothong (Lumen Prize Winner), and dancer Marie Lloyd (Bill T. Jones), MYCELIUM merges science and artistry, incorporating data sonification, lyrical storytelling, and captivating visuals.

This 90-minute performance, accompanied by a large ensemble of nine musicians, visual projections, and dance invites audiences to delve into the unseen world of microorganisms, fostering a sense of wonder and empowerment amidst environmental challenges.

Mycelium VIDEOS

Main Collaborators

  • Sirintip

    Founder, Composer, Arranger, Voice

    Thai-Swedish multimodal artist, singer, and producer Sirintip creates works centering on climate action through empathy and meaningful connections. With three critically acclaimed releases and numerous collaborations, she brings a unique perspective to the stage.

  • Danny Jonokuchi

    Composer, Arranger, Trumpeter

    Danny Jonokuchi is a multi-talented jazz artist recognized for his performances on GRAMMY Award-Winning projects and known for his world-class arrangements. He leads The Danny Jonokuchi Big Band and The Revisionists and has composed and arranged for a variety of renowned artists.

  • Nitcha Tothong

    Art Direction, Visual Artist, Visual Projections

    Nitcha Tothong, a Thai interdisciplinary media artist, combines digital and analog mediums to explore sensory experiences and conscious experience. Her works aim to subvert and reconfigure views shaped by contemporary technology and soft power.

  • Marie Lloyd Paspe

    Choreographer, Dancer

    Marie Lloyd Paspe is a Filipina-American dance and vocal performer, choreographer, and educator. She explores diasporic identity work within bakla spaces of memory and time, igniting shared oneness in her performances and collaborations.

  • Jessica Wu

    Co-director


    Jessica Wu is a New York City-based writer, director, and songwriter with over two decades of performance experience on Broadway, national tours, and television. She has written acclaimed musicals and theatrical works, including You, Me, I, We and Hello Kitty Must Die, and serves as Artistic Producer at Brooklyn Children’s Theatre, creating equitable musicals for young performers.

Additional performers

  • Ben Wendel

    Grammy-nominated saxophonist Ben Wendel has performed and recorded with a wide range of artists. As a founding member of Kneebody, his work spans multiple genres, and he has received numerous awards for his compositions.

  • Zach Brock

    Zach Brock is a multi Grammy Award-winning violinist and member of Snarky Puppy. Known for his improvisational skills and collaborations, he has released numerous albums and performed internationally.

  • Jimmy O'Connell

    Hailing from Detroit, Michigan, trombonist Jimmy O’Connell is an in-demand musician on the New York jazz scene. From Broadway stages to big bands and small groups, he brings versatility and energy as a B.A.C. and Warburton endorsing artist.

  • Andrew Gutauskas

    Andrew Gutauskas is a Grammy Award-winning saxophonist and film composer known for his work with various artists and his original soundtracks. He is the music director for Brass Against and a member of several other projects.

  • Kengchakaj Kengkarnka

    Bangkok-born Kengchakaj is an award-winning pianist and electronic experimentalist. His work draws from Southeast Asian traditions and he has been a recipient of numerous artist residencies and awards.

  • Kaisa Maensivu

    Finnish bass player Kaisa Maensivu is the founder of Kaisa's Machine and has performed internationally. She holds a Bachelor of Music degree from the Sibelius Academy and a master's from the Manhattan School of Music.

  • Nolan Byrd

    Award-winning drummer Nolan Byrd has performed at notable venues and festivals worldwide. He is known for his versatility and deep interest in composition, having participated in exclusive programs and residencies.

  • JAda Hicks

    Jada Hicks (she/they), a junior at George Mason University, has trained at the Dance Institute of Washington and performed at the Kennedy Center and Symphony Space. They have worked with renowned artists and are passionate about choreography, recently creating the quartet CRAVE!.

  • Raegan Noelle Taylor

    Raegan Noëlle Taylor, a senior at Marymount Manhattan College, is earning a BFA in dance with concentrations in Ballet and Modern. A graduate of Duke Ellington School of the Arts, she has performed works by Pedro Ruiz, Bill T. Jones, and others, and has danced at the White House for Michelle Obama.

Our Scientific Collaborators


Thank you to Kelly Sutherland, Bob Cowen, Anne Thompson, Bitty Roy, and their respective labs for sharing resources, footage, and scientific expertise.

Quotes included in the performance are by Bitty Roy, Michael Wherley, Kelly Sutherland, Carey Sweeney, Kristin Forgrave, and Randi Navarro.

Video credits: Plankton - Kelly Sutherland, Alejandro Damian Serrano, Kevin Du Clos, Richard Sidey, Ellie Lafferty, Fungi - Heather Dawson

Photo credits: Fungi - Bitty Roy, Michael Wherley, Anders Sandberg , Muffett68, Brewbooks, Tommy, Fernando Latorre, Olenchic, John Cahil Rom, Adiprayogo Liemena, Isabel Fowler, Quang Nguyen Vinh

Acknowledgements

Sitka Center of Art and Ecology for choosing Sirintip as 2022 Artist at Sea that planted the seed for Mycelium. 

Thank you to the Jazz Gallery for hosting the premiere of Mycelium.

Mycelium is made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.

Sirintip is a recipient of a 2024 grant from Chamber Music America’s Artistic Projects program, funded through the generosity of the Howard Gilman Foundation for “Mycelium”.

Mycelium is made possible in part with funds from Creative Engagement a regrant program(s) supported by the funding agencies DCLA and the Howard Gilman Foundation and administered by LMCC.

Mycelium is made possible in part with funds from Oregon Sea Grant, through the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s National Sea Grant College Program.

Mycelium is made possible in part with funds from New Music USA and the American Scandinavian Society.