Singing Bergsjon, 2010, mixed media
Singing Bergsjon took place in front of gallery Bob in Bergsjon, Goteborg (the place is related to Work #2) I set up a karaoke machine with a small stage where visitors could take turns to sing a song that reflected their thought about the town or its people. It was set up outside BOB gallery facing the town and pathway to the tram. For people who may not want to sing, they could request a song on the Request board, and for those who were inspired by the songs, they could write part of a lyric on the Lyric board.
Many unexpected problem arose, it rained most of the time, I had to move everything under the building. And I was multi-tasking, trying to talk to the kids (being the host) and technician for playing the songs, soon I ran out of energy after 20 kids storm in. I think I somewhat failed my original goal especially with the kids to reflect on their home. Instead I created a meeting place, and a stage for fun and to express themselves as many of the kids would like to, which isn't at all a bad thing.
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Below: Saida and Johan who were two of the artists that were exhibiting, tried to break the ice and encouraged other to sing. It wasn't a problem for them that they didn't find a suitable song from the karaoke list.
Below: From the Lyric board.
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