Alloy Prepared Piano Workshop #5 feat. Joshua Younger, RPT

Alloy Prepared Piano Workshop #5 feat. Joshua Younger, RPT

  • ALL AGES

A hands-on workshop with expert guidance that takes a deep dive into the "prepared piano." For curious folks of all backgrounds.

By Alloy prepared piano project

Date and time

Saturday, June 7 · 2 - 3:30pm CDT.

Location

Experimental Sound Studio

5925 North Ravenswood Avenue Chicago, IL 60660

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

Agenda

1:30 PM - 2:00 PM

Casual Reception in the ESS Audible Gallery and Studio

Experimental Sound Studio

Shi-An Costello

Casual Reception in the ESS Audible Gallery and Studio.

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Workshop Event

Experimental Sound Studio

Shi-An Costello

Joshua Younger, RPT

This workshop invites you, the attendees, into the process of preparing a piano, offering insight into the successes and challenges faced through years of experience with the setup. There will be han...

About this event

  • Event lasts 1 hour 30 minutes
  • ALL AGES
  • Free venue parking

Please join us for a casual group class that explores the "prepared piano", a special process of preparing a solo acoustic piano with various metal, rubber and plastic materials on and in between the strings of the piano that creates new sonic possibilities for the instrument.

Intended for those interested in crafting, woodworking, construction, engineering, art installation, music and the piano, experimental art, or simply those that would like to passively observe, this event is open to all. Hands-on experimentation with the preparations and the instrument are welcome and encouraged. Attendees will also have plenty of time to ask specific questions, or work on projects independently, as desired.

Created by Shi-An Costello and hosted by Experimental Sound Studio, the workshop runs monthly, and offers the resource of a different invited guest each month to provide guidance and experiential knowledge in piano performance and technology to participants, if desired. Participants are welcome to try new ideas out, ask questions, or talk out new ideas communally and with the guest expert.

This fourth session will feature piano technician Joshua Younger, RPT, as we explore together the intersection of piano and prepared piano technologies!

The workshop event will run app. 90 minutes.
Tickets are Pay-What-You-Can, $5.00 minimum. RSVP is required.
Doors open at 1:30pm. Event starts promptly at 2:00pm.

Participants under the age of 21 are welcome; Parent or guardian accompaniment is recommended.

This series is funded in part by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council Agency.

Frequently asked questions

If I have to arrive late, or leave early, can I still come?

Yes! While we would most prefer that you stay, we understand the busy schedules that everyone has. We would still love to have you for a portion of the time. If you arrive late and no one is at the door, please ring the bell, or knock lightly and someone will come to let you in.

May I bring a friend?

Yes! But if you do, please RSVP for the full number of attendees, so that we can keep track on how many attendees to expect. RSVP is required for all attendees.

Can I bring my own materials to prepare the piano with?

Participants are very welcome to bring their own preparations. However, in order to ensure the-well being of the piano, and also in the interest of time, we may not be able to fully explore all participant ideas. However, we will do our best to provide time + space for the exploration of your ideas.

Can I purchase a ticket at the door?

Yes, if the event is not at venue capacity, we would gladly have you, if you decided to come at the last minute! The purchasing of tickets will still be done online, so please be sure to have a charged smartphone or other device!

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Alloy prepared piano project

Putting stuff in between the strings of a piano and hearing what it sounds like. A performing, recording and educational initiative based in Chicago.

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