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FSE Proposal

Title of Project: Preparation

Format: installation

Summary:

Produce an audio-visual installation reflecting the development and final product of a non-ensemble musical performance. Physical metaphors and audio mixes will represent the performer, audience, and their state of mind.

Creative Problem:

In most cases the audience only gets to see the final product of a performance. I want to show the viewer of this art piece the struggle and preparation of a (musician) performer. The accumulation of practice and state of mind, along with every other musical experience the person has had, influences the way they play.

Description:

Before a tall dark box structure is a music stand, with a speaker sitting on it. It will play various concert quality music of solos or duets.

The rear structure is a seven foot tall black box with a curtain front. The curtain will be slightly open and playing sounds from within, to invite the viewer.

Upon entering the box the viewer will be surrounded by sheet music suspended at various above-waist heights, and attached to the walls of the box. Some music sheets will be scattered on the floor.

There will be a noticeable space in the centre of the box for the viewer to stand. Illumination will be supplied by dim string lights. speakers in the corners of the box will play a mix of layered music clips, conversations relating to music, and inner thoughts of a single practicing musician.

The aim is to create a sense of disorientation and dismay. The viewer has the option of closing the curtain and being enveloped in this environment/atmosphere.

Materials:

2"x4" planks, 7ft and 4ft

3 flat boards, 7x4

1 flat board, 4x4

nails/screws

black paint

black curtain

"holiday" string lights, white/yellow

2 black music stands

2 + round speakers

2 + mp3 players

black string

glue/tape

thumb tacks