Wanted! Ruined Pianos
Reward: Become Part of History
Ruined Piano, Goomalling
photo by Peter Illari
Tura New Music is seeking Ruined Pianos across the State of WA for its first Ever Ruined Piano Convergence in October 2005 as part of the 7th Totally Huge New Music Festival.
Ruined Pianos are often found in backyards, outside laundries, in shearing sheds, on top of hills or on dried creek beds. Mostly left to “die” in the elements the owners and guardians of such instruments are on the whole unaware of the unique and beautiful sounds such instruments create.
Perth artist Ross Bolleter who first discovered a Ruined Piano at Nallan Station near Cue, over ten years ago, will be scouring the state to uncover a herd of Ruined Pianos for a special exhibition at the Perth Institute of Contemporary Arts. Ross will be joined by artists from around the world for as series of concerts, talks and workshops.
Not only will the Pianos be collected but the stories of their lives and the people connected with them as well. These will all be documented for posterity.
Become part of history and dob in a Ruined Piano now! Don’t be daunted pianos of any state of disrepair will be considered.
Contact Tura New Music on 9380 6996 or info@tura.com.au
Photo: Ruined Piano at Goomalling, photographer Peter Illari
