REFRAIN

                                                        REFRAIN

                                                        Concrete, music stand

                                                        87cm x 35cm x 35cm

                                         (Close up of concrete cast)

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The word “REFRAIN” has two very different definitions:

Within the jargon of music it is the term used for the chorus, a repeated phrase of sound caused by the gathering of most, if not all of the sounds involved.

Outside of music, the term is a negative direction, where in contrast to the nature of coming together (in music), it is in fact pushing people away.

This contradiction forms the basis of the piece, which is mimicked in the materials used. The concrete deadens any potential for sound that is felt in the presence of a music stand.

Our relationship as viewer to the sound and the idea of sound becomes highlighted, quite literally as I mean to have a spotlight shining down on the sculpture for exhibition purposes. This would simultaneously create the illusion of performance and highlight the text on the concrete, creating a tension for the viewer. If displayed I'll take some more photos of it in this idea of installation.

Relocation relocation relocation

I'm now based up in Leeds! Very happy to see that Leeds Art Gallery has a Haroon Mirza piece!! Finally with the time, space and money to do it I'm working on a concrete sculpture - will post photos of the designs on here ASAP.