LBsoundbrowse Call

LBsoundbrowse 2026 will take place in Belmont Shore, Long Beach, CA on Saturday evening, October 10, 2026, 6 – 9 PM

FLOOD seeks sound art to be placed in non art-dedicated spaces on 2nd Street and beyond in Belmont Shore. Work can be interactive or self-contained (e.g. sculptures, environments, installations, performances, interactions, and roaming presentations).

It is important that artists understand that LBsoundbrowse is a Sound Art event and not a music event.

Submissions accepted through August 20, 2026.
Artist notification by August 25, 2026.

LBsoundbrowse is produced by the artist group FLOOD in partnership with the Belmont Shore Business Association (BSBA)

LBsoundbrowse 2026

Read complete instructions before submitting. Link to submission form is at the bottom of this page.

For all Artists

  • Artists may propose projects for these modes of presentation:
    • Installation/Performance – fixed location
    • Roaming presentation
  • All proposed projects must run for the duration of the event.
  • FLOOD/BSBA will not furnish any equipment. Artists are responsible for all computers, projectors, screens, speakers, microphones, power strips, generators/batteries, cables etc. BSBA will provide the site(s) and, in some cases, power. Sites not near buildings will not have power available. Portable batteries are a good option (Portable Power Station: https://tinyurl.com/bd73y9a4).
  • Proposal Review: FLOOD will review your proposal and will email you our decision.
    If we have questions, we may contact you via the email or phone number in your submission.

For Artists new to LBsoundbrowse

  • Start by reviewing the Participate page.
  • It is important that artists understand that LBsoundbrowse is a sound art event and not a music event. To know the difference, see the FAQ & FUQ page.
  • Refer to”Participating and Interested Artists” section on the FAQ & FUQ page for more information.
  • You can review last year’s event HERE
  • If you are local, we encourage you to visit Belmont Shore in person.

If you have any questions, please check with Marco at soundpedro.ear@gmail.com or 562-413-5868 before submitting your proposal.

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE APPLYING

Accepted Artist Responsibilities

Prior to day of the Event:

  • A week before the event, Artists will provide all materials requested by FLOOD for website and promotion.
  • There will be an artists Meet & Greet with FLOOD and Heather Kern (BSBA) to view spaces.

Day of the Event:
(check-in TBD; install after check-in; sound check 5:30 P PM;  event 6 PM – 9 PM; de-install 9 PM – 10 PM)

  • Artists or artist representatives must be onsite to install, de-install, and host the installation for the duration of the event.
  • Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM (to pick up a site number, check contact info, verify receipt of loan form, etc.) 
  • De-install and check out: 9 PM – 10 PM, NOT BEFORE, and must be completed before you leave your site. 
  • You will be able to drive to your location, or nearby, for load in and then will be directed to parking.
  • Bring extra cords and duct tape. 
  • Bring lighting fixtures (e.g. clamp lights) if in an unlit location.
  • Be prepared for crowds and/or weather and to move your piece if necessary (it rained last year).
  • Bring a friend/helper to attend to the installation and equipment in the event you run an errand, visit the restrooms, or wish to tour the event. DO NOT LEAVE ANY OF YOUR EQUIPMENT UNATTENDED.
  • You need to be completely set up by 5:30 PM

Terms & Conditions

  • Production of work and/or travel expenses are the responsibility of the artist. FLOOD can write letters of recommendation for those artists seeking funds elsewhere.
  • If you are a participant in LBsoundbrowse, you authorize FLOOD to use your name, likeness, and work for any event-related promotional or archival purposes
  • By submitting your application electronically, you authorize the use of your name, likeness, and work for the above-mentioned purpose. Please note that all other personal information (address, telephone numbers, etc.) is strictly for internal use.

Non-acceptance, in many cases, is not reflective of the quality of the artwork submitted. Reasons for non-acceptance may include:

  • The submission did not follow the guidelines.
  • The number of submissions relative to the amount and type of space available.
  • The work under consideration may not be a good fit, aesthetically, thematically, or logistically.
  • As application increase, we may not be able to invite artists back for the same type of work. We encourage returning applicants to consider submitting something in a different category (Roaming works are always welcome).
SUBMISSION FORM

Questions? Feel free to contact Marco: soundpedro.ear@gmail.com or 562-413-5868.

Return to main Participate page: https://soundpedro.art/participate