Essence: A Deep Listening Experience - presented by Alchemic Sonic Environment
Conference
Essence: A Deep Listening Experience - presented by Alchemic Sonic Environment
Facilitator: Satya Hinduja (Alchemic Sonic Environment)
As organisations move towards circularity and regenerative models, technical innovation alone is insufficient. A more profound shift is needed, one that begins within. This experience highlights the transformational power of sound, guiding participants to reimagine how they sense, relate, and lead.
What to expect from this experience
In this immersive listening session, Satya Hinduja will guide participants through an Alchemic Sonic Environment experience, rooted in sonic and breath-based practices, that cultivates embodied awareness and somatic presence. The session includes reflective dialogue to help translate personal expertise into actionable insight, offering tools to embed deep listening into creative programming, team dynamics, and sustainability strategies within festival production. What does it mean to listen to ourselves, to others, and to place? How can somatic presence influence leadership and decision-making in festivals? What tools support long-term well-being and sustainability for producers and teams?
Who is this program for?
This workshop is designed for festival organisers, curators, club programmers, A&R representatives, distributors, technical directors, and sustainability leads who want to embed regenerative values into their work. This program is part of ADE Green, and can be accessed with an ADE Pro Pass or ADE Green Day Pass.
About Alchemic Sonic Environment
Alchemic Sonic Environment (ASE) works at the intersection of sound, music, health, and technologies. They design multi-sensory, context-driven experiences that invite introspection, support emotional regulation, and deepen our connection to self and environment. Their work draws from ancient acoustic traditions—such as the harmonic series and planetary tuning systems—and integrates them with cutting-edge spatial audio and vibroacoustic technology. By doing so, we explore how sound may contribute to well-being, resilience, and long-term human flourishing.
Conference FAQ
We do not sell ADE Conference only or Day Passes. The only way to get access to the ADE Pro Conference is the ADE Pro Pass.
Tickets for the specialist sessions, such as ADE Lab and ADE Green can be found on the ticket page closer to the date of ADE 2026.
✓ Valid all five days
ADE Pro conference takes place from Wednesday through Saturday, but the ADE Pro Pass benefits go well beyond those four days. The ticket grants access to ADE’s full offering, including all conference programs as well as all ADE Festival and Arts & Culture events* — read on below to get an impression of everything included with your ADE Pro Pass.
✓ Full access to all conference keynotes, panels and locations
ADE Pro is the ultimate business and inspiration gathering for the electronic music industry. The four-day conference returns to live action at our iconic home base Felix Meritis and features dedicated programming at the forefront of our industry. In addition, ADE will also continue to host conference programs dedicated to young creators and aspiring professionals.
✓ Year round access to ADE Pro's networking platform & database
Get a head start on connecting with fellow music professionals and companies with the ADE Pro networking database, available throughout the year. The online networking tool enables you to find and connect with all ADE Pro delegates, showcase your business with a dedicated profile page, plan meetings during ADE and much more. Over 50.000 messages are being sent on the platform yearly, with new professional connections being made on the regular.
✓ Join dedicated networking events and sessions
With over 11.000 music professionals from around the globe gathering in Amsterdam, you’re almost guaranteed to find who you need. An abundance of networking events and opportunities with fellow ADE delegates and industry leaders provides an advantageous base for dealmaking and career advancement.
✓ Access to all official Business Hubs
Whether you’re planning a meeting with fellow delegates, looking for a comfortable spot to work or simply want to hang out between conference events, your ADE Pro Pass grants access to all of ADE’s official Business Hubs.
✓ Access to the complete ADE Festival and Arts & Culture program*
With the entirety of ADE Festival and ADE Arts & Culture accessible with the ADE Pro Pass, your ticket enables you to explore the full spectrum of electronic subgenres in over 200 of Amsterdam’s finest music and nightlife spaces — with 2.500+ artists performing at 1.000+ events during five days and nights.
* Limited capacity at high-demand venues – read more at our FAQ.
✓ Receive the official ADE 2026 Bag
Your ADE Pro Pass comes with the limited edition ADE 2026 Bag, an ADE Pro Pass exclusive included with your ticket.
Our conferences are accessible for all ages in general. Do note that when alcoholic beverages are served, access can be denied.
If you want to apply for ADE 2026, you can fill in the form here. If you're interested in contributing to ADE Pro or Lab, whether through a keynote, panel, workshop, or proposal for a relevant speaker or topic, we’re open to ideas with clear focus and industry value.
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