Open call

Open Call - Performers for Emily Peasgood Exhibition

We’re look­ing for per­form­ers and musi­cal acts to inter­pret a score by sound artist and com­pos­er Emi­ly Peas­good, for an upcom­ing exhi­bi­tion this Spring

Composer and sound artist Emily Peasgood is writing a song inspired by Southampton’s changing coastline, which will be the focus of an art exhibition at God’s House Tower, launching in March 2022.

The song will be inspired by the memories and stories of Southampton residents. It will capture how Southampton’s coastline has changed from its history as a spa town in the 1700s, to the formation of docks in the 1800s, their expansion in 1930s and today, as the home of a world-renowned research facility in ocean and earth science and a popular destination for travellers from across the globe.

We’re looking for three musical acts to perform a version of the song at the exhibition launch event on Friday 11th March 2022. Musicians will be sent the lyrics and chords at least three weeks before the event to prepare for the live performance which will be recorded and documented on the night. You can interpret the song freely, rearrange it as you see fit, and perform it in any style and genre. Expressions of interest will be accepted from solo musicians and groups. Please note, musicians will be paid per act, not per person.



Timeline

Monday 10th January > Open call

Monday 7th February > Deadline for expressions of interest

Monday 14th February > Successful musicians notified and sheet music sent

W/c Monday 7th March > Rehearsal

Friday 11th March > Live performance



Fee

There is a flat fee of £100 for each act.



Expressions of Interest

To register interest please contact Emily: emily@emilypeasgood.com or telephone 07749 115 484 by Monday 7th February at 9am with the following:

100 words about why you are interested
A link to your website, Soundcloud, Bandcamp or a recording of your music.