Sculpture Soundscape Project Proposal

Who I Am Joel Flowers

› University Scholar at the University of Tennessee at Martin

› Percussionist

Senior Project Required of all University Scholars as

requirement for graduating as a University Scholar

2-year intensive project on a subject that interests the individual

My Senior Project Idea Have always been interested in music

and am a percussionist + Inspired by performing at the music

sculpture in Coolidge Park located in Chattanooga, TN

= Constructing a sculpture soundscape

unique to Martin, TN

What is a Sculpture Soundscape?

Permanent installation that makes music available to the public in an engaging medium

Playable art Fun for all ages Satisfies visual and aural expression

Example of a Sculpture Soundscape

Example of a Sculpture Soundscape Continued…

Positive Impact http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uu2

tbm1AQzI shares music with the community in a

unique way revitalize downtown Martin with this

permanent installation generates an engaging cultural activity

Places where Sculpture Soundscapes are being implemented:

Laumeier Sculpture Park – St. Louis, MO› http://www.laumeier.com/

Decordova Sculpture Park – Lincoln, MA› http://www.decordova.org/

Coolidge Park – Chattanooga, TN

Project Consultants Dr. Julie Hill, Project Mentor

Director of Percussion Studies, UTM Dr. Lionel Crews, Second Reader

Physics Associate Professor/Associate Director Honors Program, UTM

John Null, Metal-smith/Sculpting Consultant

Certified Welding Inspector and Educator

John Null – Sample Works

Budget: Cost of Project: estimated at $2,000

› Projected Budget: $1,000 – cost of material (primarily carbon

and stainless steel) $450 – welding $200 – sandblasting $200 – painting $150 – consumables

Measurements and Materials

Type of Construction: New Construction Tentative Measurements for Site Plan:

› 20 x 20 or 400 square feet for the base of the structure

Elevation no higher than 7 feet Description of Materials to be Used:

› Carbon and Stainless Steel with a primary focus on recycled materials when feasible