History and Theory Studies ‘PROPS’ AND OTHER ATTRIBUTES: ON EXHIBITION-MAKING AND FASHION Title: Music and Fashion at the Edge Maridia Kafetzopoulou Tutor: Judith Clark 5th Year Student AA School of Architecture 2015 - 2016
CONTENTS
7. Music Genre: Reggae Song:‘‘Get up, stand up’’ Designer: Unknown
Synopsis/Subject
Chapter 1_Venue The Journey Dingle Things to do in Dingle The Venue: Saint James Church Plan
8. Music Genre: Hip Hop Song: “Fuck The Police” Designer Unknown 9. Music Genre: Country Song: “This Is Country Music” Designer: Unknown 10. Music Genre: Funk Song: “Get Lucky” Designer:
1. Music Genre : Pop Song: ‘‘Grown Woman’’
11. Music Genre: House Song:
Designer: Kenzo
Designer: Unknown
2. Music Genre: Jazz Song: ‘‘Rehab‘‘
12. Music Genre: Metal Song:“God Of Thunder”
Designer: Unknown 3. Music Genre: Latin Song: ‘‘La Vida es un Carnaval’’ Designer Unknown 4. Music Genre: Dance Song: ‘‘Dangerous Designer: Dennis Thompkins 5. Music Genre: Dance Designer: Unknown 6. Music Genre: Rock Song: “Sweet Child O’ Mine Designer Unknown
Designer: 13. Music Genre: Opera Song:‘‘Ave Maria’’ Designer: 14. Music Genre: Disco Song:‘‘Dancing queen’’ Designer:
Chapter 3_The Design Mannequin Design Axonometric Explosion Mannequins and Costumes Interior - Exterior Views
Conclusion/The Experience
Introduction ed links between objects and the way that they were staged, which in itself created a form of his-torical
“The James. She was accompanied only by two musicians; her guitar player Robin Banerjee and her bass player Dale Davis. She performed in front of 80 people for 30 minutes and she sang 6 of her most famous songs.” ances.” The founder of the show “Other Voices” says in the Documentary that when they come here, of that I have no doubt. All of these people come and something special happens… but something really special happened the day that Amy came to Dingle….”
costume and the style of music, and how together iconic moments in live performance can be creat-ed. have the opportunity to experience the show.
The essay will be comprised of 3 key Chapters. In Chapter 1, I will introduce the reader to the exist-ing -
to make the choices. Furthermore, I will explain how I staged the dresses, the ma-terials of the exhibithe visitor.
Chapter 1 The Venue
-The Journey -The Place: Dingle - The Venue: Saint James Church
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The Journey at the Edge of South Ireland
Nothern Ireland
Ireland
Dingle visitors must make to arrive at the concert venue in South-west Ireland. Visitors can choose between to Shannon airport in Dublin, (1st stop). From Dublin the visitors hop the train and travel 90 minutes to Limerick City (2nd stop). Next, they must make the 3 hour journey towards County Kerry, the southwest region of Ireland in order to arrive to the town of Tralee (3rd stop). From Tralee, the largest town in County Kerry, travelers must ride the bus for 1 hour to travel the 50 kilometers southwest and arrive at 5.5 hours. “Whether to Dingle.�
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performs in the church of Saint James, the performer as well as the audience have taken the same unu-
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stadiums with thousands in the audience. In the same way, no one would expect to hear music and to
states in the documentary “The day she came to Dingle” that: “You don’t just go to Dingle by accident it takes a commitment. A commitment, musicians have been making to Other Voices for 10 years now”. In the same way it requires a commitment of the visitors to come to the “Music and Fashion on the
stage of Saint James church erases the boundary between performer and audience, “there is something communal and collegiate about the place”, which makes the perfor-mance unique.
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sandy beaches and two large sand spits. “It’s where the land meets the ocean – whether in a wel-ter of wave-pounded rocks, or where the surf unrolls gently into secluded, sandy coves – that is where Dingle’s beauty truly reveals itself.” 1 King states in the documentary: “When she was here I felt that she was really happy in some way. Certainly the way that she sang that night, she sang the blues away; if you know what I mean…She used people for sure. But to sing the blues and to give herself some relief.”
that great art comes from pain, struggle, and living on the edge. It was certainly the case with Amy Winehouse, but also with fashion designer like Alexander Mc Queen and singular talents such as Michael Jackson. Much of their genius came from living their lives on the edge. “
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When wanted. That seems so very tragic. When Amy sings she lets us in, we just need to listen. Her voice Rev. Mairt
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Dingle
The place: Dingle
to many parts of the world. Dingle is located in the Gaeltacht region and has a population of 1,920 residents. “Dingle feels so traditionally Irish because it’s part of a Gaeltacht, a region where the government 2 subsidizes the survival of the Irish language and culture.” For many years the only visitors who were interested in Dingle were students. But it is the music festival that has put Dingle on the map,
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Top 25 things to do in Dingle
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2.Blasket Island Trips. 3.Fungie the Dolphin – swim with him or take a boat ride to see him. 4.Sea kayaking on Dingle Harbour with Fungi plus the sea caves. 5.Visit Dingle Wildlife & Seal Sanctuary. 6.Walking & Hiking on the Dingle Way or climb Mount Brandon, Ireland’s second highest peak. 7.Cycling - hire a bike from Foxy John’s Pub & enjoy a pint there when you return. 8.Links Golf at Dingle or Caslegregory. 9.Irish Language & Culture. Visit the Diseart for a tour of the gardens & convent & view the famous Harry Clarke Windows. 10.Horse Trekking on Beaches & Hills. 11.Boat & Fishing Trips. 12.Make your own pot at Louis Mulcahy Pottery Open Room at Louis Mulcahy Pottery 13.Beautiful Blue Flag Sandy Beaches & the Conor Pass. 14.Climb Ireland’s largest climbing wall. 15.Diving in crystal clear waters of Dingle Bay. 16.Over 2,000 Archaeological Sites including Gallarus Oratory. 17.Dingle’s Famous Pubs for the “craic” and the best in Irish Traditional Music. 18.Treat yourself or that special someone to a piece of jewellery made on the Peninsula. 19.GourmetFood & Wine.
21Sailing the coastline of the stunning Dingle Peninsula & Blasket Islands.
24.Discover the history of the Blasket Islands at the Blasket Centre.
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Folk Irish Concert in Saint James Church The idea to turn Saint James Church into a music venue arose in 1998, when a parishioner, named Stefolk concerts and fundraisers in the church with the permission of the parish council. But It was becomidea of maybe bringing in other musicians. Since then Saint James has it became one of the most interFlorence and the Machine, Ray Davies, St Vincent, Ellie Goulding and Amy Winehouse have performed there. The venue area is only 47square meters; the inside of the site has an area of 549 square meters.
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of the Saint James Church
producer of the TV series Other Voices.
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Chapter 2 14 Songs, 14 Artists, 14 Costumes.
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1. Pop - Grown Woman - Beyonce Knowles - Kenzo
I remember being young and so brave I knew what I needed I was spending all my nights and days laid back day dreaming Look at me - I’m a big girl now, said I’m gon’ do something Told the world I would paint this town Now betcha I run news (ahh) ‘Cause I put it (down like that, down like that) And I’m making (all these racks, all these racks) And I’m moving (round like that, round like that) When I do it (I don’t look back, don’t look back) I’m a grown woman I do whatever I want I’m a grown woman (grown woman) I do whatever I want (I do whatever I want) They love the way I walk ‘Cause I walk with a vengeance And they listen to me when I talk ‘Cause I ain’t pretendin’ It took a while, now I understand Just where I’m going I know the world and I know who I am I’m a grown woman (grown woman) I can do whatever I want (I can do whatever I want) I’m a grown woman (grown woman) I can do whatever I want (I can do whatever I want) I can be bad if I want I can say what I want I can live fast if I want I can go slow all night long I’m a grown woman I can do whatever I want {whatever it is} I’m a grown woman And I know that I got it (got it got it) I’m a grown woman Ain’t got no room in her pockets I’m a grown woman Look down, got you so excited I really want to know if you got it like that Cause you got a cute face And that booty so fat Go girl (go girl) She got that bum (that bum) That girl can get whatever she wants That girl (hey girl), Them boys, They do whatever she like I’m a grown woman
tume Beyoncé Knowles chose to wear for the song “Grown woman”, during her Mrs. Carter world tour. The song tells the story of a young girl dreaming about her goals and evolving into an in-dependent woman. Even through Beyoncé’s music is very much rooted in the pop genre, this song’s rhythms and on her costume but her dancer’s costumes, as well. Beyonce’ hits the stage wearing a Kenzo spring/ summer jumpsuit adorned with a unique colorful dance to the pop beat.
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2. Jazz - Rehab - Amy Winehouse - Unknown
They tried to make me go to rehab but I said, ‘No, no, no.’ Yes, I’ve been black but when I come back you’ll know, know, know He’s tried to make me go to rehab but I won’t go, go, go I’d rather be at home with ray I ain’t got seventy days ‘Cause there’s nothing There’s nothing you can teach me That I can’t learn from Mr Hathaway I didn’t get a lot in class But I know it don’t come in a shot glass They tried to make me go to rehab but I said, ‘No, no, no.’ Yes, I’ve been black but when I come back you’ll know, know, know He’s tried to make me go to rehab but I won’t go, go, go The man said, ‘Why do you think you’re here?’ I said, ‘I got no idea I’m gonna, I’m gonna lose my baby He said, “I just think you’re depressed.” This me “Yeah, baby, and the rest.” They tried to make me go to rehab but I said, ‘No, no, no.’ Yes, I’ve been black but when I come back you’ll know, know, know I don’t ever wanna drink again I just, ooh, I just need a friend I’m not gonna spend ten weeks Have everyone think I’m on the mend It’s not just my pride They tried to make me go to rehab but I said, ‘No, no, no.’ Yes, I’ve been black but when I come back you’ll know, know, know He’s tried to make me go to rehab but I won’t go, go, go
center, even when her parents encourage her to go. Although the song focuses on a very dark period,
Maridia Kafetzopoulou ‘‘La Vida es un Carnaval’’ - Celia Cruz - Unknown Everyone out there that thinks that life is unfair, Needs to know that’s not the case, Everyone out there that thinks they are alone and they are unhappy Needs to know that’s not the case, Because in life no one is alone, there is always someone -Oh, there’s no need to cry, because life is a carnival, -Oh, there’s no need to cry, -For life is a carnival -And your pains can be alleviated through song. (x2) Everyone out there that thinks that life is always harsh, Needs to know that’s not the case, Everyone out there, that thinks that this will never change, Needs to know that’s not the case, -Oh, there’s no need to cry, because life is a carnival, -Oh, there’s no need to cry, -For life is a carnival -And your pains can be alleviated through song. (x2) -Carnival Its for laughing -Theres no need to cry For enjoying -Carnival For having fun -One must live singing -Carnival Life is a carnival -Theres no need to cry [Ad Libs Out] Everyone can sing -Carnival Oh, men -One must live singing -carnival Everyone out there that thinks -Theres no need to cry that life is always harsh -Carnival Will never be alone -One must live singing God is with him For those that complain forever. For those that use weapons. For those that pollute us. For those that make war. For those that live in sin. For those that mistreat us. For those that make us sick. For those that make war. For those that live in sin. For those that mistreat us. For those that make us sick.
sive rhythms of bongos, claves and conga drums, set to a tempo that is designed to one dance in her dress, she hikes and swirls it the salsa rhythm. The colorful swirling dress and the sensual Carib-bean rhythm immediately set the celebratory mood.
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The Way She Came Into The Place I Knew Right Then And There About This Girl The Way She Moved Her Hair, Her Face, Her Lines As She Stalked The Room I Could Feel The Aura Of Her Presence Every Head Turned Feeling Passion And Lust The Girl Was Persuasive The Girl I Could Not Trust The Girl Was Bad The Girl Was Dangerous I Never Knew But I Was Walking The Line Come Go With Me I Said I Have No Time And Don’t You Pretend We Didn’t Talk On The Phone My Baby Cried She’s So Dangerous The Girl Is So Dangerous Take Away My Money Throw Away My Time You Can Call Me Honey But You’re No Damn Good For Me With The Eyes Of Desire I Fell Trapped Into Her Web Of Sin A Touch, A Kiss A Whisper Of Love I Was At The Point Of No Return Deep In The Darkness Of Passion’s Insanity I Felt Taken By Lust’s Strange Inhumanity This Girl Was Persuasive This Girl I Could Not Trust The Girl Was Bad The Girl Was Dangerous
4. Dance - Dangerous - Micheal Jackson - Michael Bush I Never Knew But I Was Living In Vain She Called My House She Said You Know My Name And Don’t You Pretend You Never Did Me Before With Tears In Her Eyes My Baby Walked Out The Door She’s So Dangerous The Girl Is So Dangerous Take Away My Money Throw Away My Time You Can Call Me Honey But You’re No Damn Good For Me Dangerous The Girl Is So Dangerous I Have To Pray To God ‘Cause I Know How Lust Can Blind It’s A Passion In My Soul But You’re No Damn Lover Friend Of Mine I Can not Sleep Alone Tonight I Cannot Cope ‘Til It’s All Right You Hurt My Baby And Then It Happened She Touched Me For The Lips Of A Strange Woman Drop As A Honeycomb And Her Mouth Was Smoother Than Oil But Her Inner Spirit And Words Were As Sharp As A Two-Edged Sword But I Loved It ‘Cause It’s Dangerous Dangerous The Girl Is So Dangerous Take Away My Money Throw Away My Time You Can Call Me Honey But You’re No Damn Good For Me
during his live performances of his song “Dangerous.” The black suit together with the black hat, the this girl, something mysterious. He new the moment that he saw her that she was dangerous, and that fashion designer: “I dance the beat and the clothes have to show the beat.” This quote says it all.
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With music by our side To break the color lines Let’s work together To improve our way of life Join voices in protest Come forth with me People of the world today People of the world unite Strength in numbers we can get it right
This is the test No struggle no progress Lend a hand to help Your brother do his best
Let’s work together come on People of the world today
“Jackson’s dons a fearless red-lipped pout and long black ponytail,” along with “a black baseball cap with a metal “1814” applique, a black military-style shirt jacket with silver 3 buckles and faux leather straps and collar, black belted pants and chunky, strappy boots.” The song is
People of the world unite Strength in numbers we can get it right
that of her dancers are not really costumes, but military uniforms. The song, is an anthem which con-
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6. Rock - Sweet Child of Mine- Slash/Guns and Roses - Unknown
She’s got a smile that it seems to me Reminds me of childhood memories Where everything Was as fresh as the bright blue sky Now and then when I see her face She takes me away to that special place And if I stared too long I’d probably break down and cry Sweet child o’ mine Sweet love of mine She’s got eyes of the bluest skies As if they thought of rain I’d hate to look into those eyes And see an ounce of pain Her hair reminds me of a warm safe place Where as a child I’d hide And pray for the thunder and the rain To quietly pass me by [3x] Sweet child o’ mine Sweet love of mine [4x] Where do we go? Where do we go now? Where do we go? Sweet child o’ mine
an iconic style; the style of famous rock guitarist Slash. What might have begun as a costume eventually evolved into a personal style. The big leather hat, the black Rayban glasses and his signa-ture long curly hair. For Slash I chose “Sweet child of mine” by Guns and Roses, Slash was part of the band when song was released. During the intro to the song Slash has the only solo. his personal style as well. Through his performances Raybans, similar hats and of course the long curly jackets get added to the mix.
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7. Reggea - Get up Stand Up - Bob Marley - Unknown
Preacher man don’t tell me heaven is under the earth I know you don’t know what life is really worth Half the story has never been told So now you see the light, aay Stand up for your right. Come on Get up, stand up, stand up for your right (Repeat) Most people think great God will come from the sky Take away ev’rything, and make ev’rybody feel high But if you know what life is worth You would look for yours on earth And now you see the light You stand up for your right, yeah! Get up, stand up, stand up for your right Get up, stand up. Life is your right Stand up for your right, Lord, Lord Get up, stand up. Keep on struggling on why Marley’s performs wearing either a t-shirt or jacket and a hat or headband with the col-ors of the Die and go to heaven in Jesus’ name, Lord We know when we understand Almighty God is a living man So now we see the light We gonna stand up for our right your right
sung with unique style by the one and only Bob Marley.
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Judge Dre presiding In the case of N.W.A. vs. the Police Department; and Eazy-motherfucking-E [Dr. Dre as The Judge] Order, order, order Ice Cube, take the motherfucking stand Do you swear to tell the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth so help your black ass? [Ice Cube as Witness] You god damn right! [Dr. Dre] [Ice Cube] Fuck the police coming straight from the underground A young nigga got it bad cause I’m brown And not the other color so police think they have the authority to kill a minority Fuck that shit, cause I ain’t the one for a punk motherfucker with a badge and a gun We can go toe to toe in the middle of a cell Fucking with me cause I’m a teenager Searching my car, looking for the product You’d rather see, me in the pen than me and Lorenzo rolling in a Benz-o Beat a police out of shape
I don’t know if they fags or what Search a nigga down, and grabbing his nuts And on the other hand, without a gun they can’t get none But don’t let it be a black and a white one Cause they’ll slam ya down to the street top Black police showing out for the white cop Ice Cube will swarm on ANY motherfucker in a blue uniform Just cause I’m from, the CPT Punk police are afraid of me! HUH, a young nigga on the warpath
8. Fuck the police - N.W.A - Unknown
of cops, dying in L.A. Yo Dre, I got something to say [cut and scratched 4x] “Fuck the police” Example of scene one [Cop] Pull your god damn ass over right now [NWA] Aww shit, now what the fuck you pulling me over for? [Cop] Cause I feel like it! Just sit your ass on the curb and shut the fuck up [NWA] Man, fuck this shit [Cop] Aight smartass, I’m taking your black ass to jail! [Dr. Dre] to the jury about this fucked up incident? [MC Ren] Fuck the police and Ren said it with authority because the niggas on the street is a majority A gang, is with whoever I’m stepping and the motherfucking weapon is kept in a stash box, for the so-called law Wishing Ren was a nigga that they never saw But they’re scared of a nigga so they mace me to blind me But that shit don’t work, I just laugh because it gives em a hint, not to step in my path For police, I’m saying, “Fuck you punk!” Reading my rights and shit, it’s all junk Pulling out a silly club, so you stand with a fake-assed badge and a gun in your hand And we’ll go at it punk, and I’ma fuck you up! Make you think I’ma kick your ass but drop your gat, and Ren’s gonna blast I’m sneaky as fuck when it comes to crime Smoke any motherfucker that sweats me or any asshole, that threatens me I’m a sniper with a hell of a scope Taking out a cop or two, they can’t cope with me The motherfucking villain that’s mad So I’ma turn it around Put in my clip, yo, and this is the sound [BOOM, BOOM] Yeah, something like that but it all depends on the size of the gat Taking out a police, would make my day But a nigga like Ren don’t give a fuck to say
As an example for the Rap- Hip hop music I am using the song “Fuck the Police” by the rap group N.W.A. 4
many as possible. This is something that one could read also from the music equalizer. The graph seems very dense in terms of sounds and beats. It represents the anger, which the band is showing against authority. When someone is angry she/he tries to get in as many words as possible, very quickly. Their sneakers, jackets and the hats. The anger of the song is also represented in the costume.
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9. This is Country Music - Brad Paisley - Unknown
You’re not supposed to say the word “cancer” in a song. And tellin’ folks Jesus is the answer can rub ‘em wrong. mama, yeah that might be true. But this is country music and we do Do you like to drink a cold one on the weekend and get a Do you wanna say I’m sorry or I love you but you don’t know how? Do you wish somebody had the nerve to tell that stupid boss of yours Well this is country music and we do So turn it on, turn it up, and sing along This is real; this is your life in a song Yeah this is country music. Are you haunted by the echo of your mother on the phone Crying as she tells you that your brother is not coming home? those That died defending the old red, white, and blue, This is country music and we do So turn it on, turn it up, and sing along This is real; this is your life in a song Just like a road that takes you home Yeah this is right where you belong This is country music This is country music He Stopped Loving Her Today Hello Darling God Bless the USA Amarillo by the Morning Stand by your Man Mama Tried Take Me Home I Walk the Line Country Boy Can Survive
music of cowboys. Brad Paisley wears an iconic white cowboy hat, jeans and checkered shirts.
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Lyrics Like the legend of the Phoenix All ends with beginnings What keeps the planets spinning (uh) The force from the beginning We’ve come too far to give up who we are So let’s raise the bar and our cups to the stars She’s up all nwight to the sun I’m up all night to get some She’s up all night for good fun I’m up all night to get lucky We’re up all night to the sun We’re up all night to get some We’re up all night for good fun We’re up all night to get lucky We’re up all night to get lucky We’re up all night to get lucky We’re up all night to get lucky We’re up all night to get lucky The present has no ribbon What is this I’m feeling? If you wanna leave I’m with it (ah) We’ve come too far to give up who we are So let’s raise the bar and our cups to the stars She’s up all night to the sun I’m up all night to get some She’s up all night for good fun I’m up all night to get lucky We’re up all night to the sun We’re up all night to get some We’re up all night for good fun We’re up all night to get lucky We’re up all night to get lucky We’re up all night to get lucky We’re up all night to get lucky We’re up all night to get lucky (We’re up all night to get lucky We’re up all night to get lucky We’re up all night to get lucky We’re up all night to get lucky) We’ve (we’re up all night to get lucky) Come too far (we’re up all night to get lucky) To give up (we’re up all night to get lucky) Who we are (we’re up all night to get lucky) So let’s (we’re up all night to get lucky) Raise the bar (we’re up all night to get lucky) And our cups (we’re up all night to get lucky) To the stars (we’re up all night to get lucky)
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(We’re up all night to get We’re up all night to get We’re up all night to get We’re up all night to get) (We’re up all night to get (together) We’re up all night to get (let’s get funked again) We’re up all night to get lucky We’re up all night to get lucky) (We’re up all night to get lucky We’re up all night to get lucky We’re up all night to get lucky We’re up all night to get lucky) (We’re up all night to get (together) We’re up all night to get (let’s get funked again) We’re up all night to get lucky We’re up all night to get lucky) (We’re up all night to get lucky We’re up all night to get lucky We’re up all night to get lucky We’re up all night to get lucky) (We’re up all night to get lucky We’re up all night to get lucky We’re up all night to get lucky We’re up all night to get lucky) We’ve (we’re up all night to get lucky) Come too far (we’re up all night to get lucky) To give up (we’re up all night to get lucky) Who we are (we’re up all night to get lucky) So let’s (we’re up all night to get lucky) Raise the bar (we’re up all night to get lucky) And our cups (we’re up all night to get lucky) To the stars (we’re up all night to get lucky) She’s up all night to the sun I’m up all night to get some She’s up all night for good fun I’m up all night to get lucky We’re up all night to the sun We’re up all night to get some We’re up all night for good fun We’re up all night to get lucky We’re up all night to get lucky We’re up all night to get lucky We’re up all night to get lucky We’re up all night to get lucky We’re up all night to get lucky We’re up all night to get lucky We’re up all night to get lucky We’re up all night to get lucky
music which is House and Electronic music. They compose their songs by using an electronic sam-
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11.Strobe - Deadmouse - Unknown
Music without Lyrics
The same kind of concept adapts DJ Deadmouse5. “His original name is Joel Zimmerman and he named 5 In
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12. God Of Thunder - Kiss - Unknown
You’ve got something about you You’ve got something I need Daughter of Aphrodite Hear my words and take heed I was born on Olympus To my father a son I was raised by the demons Trained to reign as the one God of thunder and rock and roll The spell you’re under Will slowly rob you of your virgin soul I’m the lord of the wastelands A modern day man of steel I gather darkness to please me And I command you to kneel Before the God of thunder and rock and roll The spell you’re under Will slowly rob you of your virgin soul I am the lord of the wastelands A modern day man of steel I gather darkness to please me And I command thee to kneel Before the God of thunder and rock and roll The spell you’re under Will slowly rob you of your virgin soul
The next example is Heavy Metal and the song is “God Of Thunder” by Kiss. The band put a lot of effort playing hard rock and heavy metaL. The band’s trademark was lot of grotesque makeup and black, “The Starchild “ is Paul Stanley, “The Demon” is Gene Simmons, “The Spaceman” is Ace Frehley, “The culinity, aggression, and machismo.” Heavy metal hair “symbolized the hate, angst and disenchantment according to journalist Nader Rahman. Long hair 7 gave members of the metal community “the power they needed to rebel against nothing in general.” 6
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13. Ave Maria -Maria Callas - Unknown
Ave Maria! maiden mild! Listen to a maiden’s prayer! Thou canst hear though from the wild; Thou canst save amid despair. Safe may we sleep beneath thy care, Though banish’d, outcast and reviled – Maiden! hear a maiden’s prayer; Mother, hear a suppliant child! Ave Maria
Shall seem with down of eider piled, The murky cavern’s heavy air Shall breathe of balm if thou hast smiled; Then, Maiden! hear a maiden’s prayer, Mother, list a suppliant child! Ave Maria! Ave Maria! stainless styled. Foul demons of the earth and air, From this their wonted haunt exiled, We bow us to our lot of care, Beneath thy guidance reconciled; Hear for a maid a maiden’s prayer, And for a father hear a child! Ave Maria.
The next costume represents the Opera. The song which I chose is the Ave Maria sung by Soprano Maria Callas. This is a religious classical piece, and like most arias they tend to be very dra-matsee that the singer holds and expands the sound of her notes. As a result one word might take a few designed to make Callas look like a queen. The costume is designed by famous cos-tume designer, Umberto Tirelli.
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14. Dancing Queen - ABBA - Unknown
See that girl, watch that scene, digging the Dancing Queen Friday night and the lights are low Looking out for the place to go You come in to look for a king Anybody could be that guy Night is young and the music’s high You’re in the mood for a dance And when you get the chance... You are the Dancing Queen, young and sweet, only seventeen Dancing Queen, feel the beat from the tambourine See that girl, watch that scene, digging the Dancing Queen You’re a teaser, you turn ‘em on Leave them burning and then you’re gone Looking out for another, anyone will do You’re in the mood for a dance And when you get the chance... You are the Dancing Queen, young and sweet, only seventeen Dancing Queen, feel the beat from the tambourine See that girl, watch that scene, digging the Dancing Queen
ABBA made history with their iconic colorful dance costumes. Surprisingly “The reason for the wild cos8
other than for performance.” cabana trousers, cabana sleeves, and shiny high boots for the men as well as the women. The song I chose is the “Dancing Queen” because the story of the song related directly with the band’s disco style music and their performance style. The song became enormously popular and it is considered their
Chapter 3 The Design ‘Music and Fashion at the Edge.’
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Inspiration 1. Luggages designed by fahion design brands
Marc Jacobs suitcases designed for Wes Anderson’s movie, “Grand Budapest Hotel”.
I began looking for props and other elements that represent travel and mobility. My aim is to stage the mannequins wearing 14 costumes in a way so that they give the impression that they have just arrived from a long journey. The prop with which everyone associates with travel is the suitcase. The moment
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with these iconic vintage bags.
Chanel trolley bag.
Prada suitcase set for the movie “Australia” starring Nicole Kidman.
wear spring/summer 2016 Fashion show, which took place during Paris Fashion week. Karl Lagerfeld airport terminal.
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2. Chanel Spring 2016 Airport Terminal Fashion Show
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3. Performers traveling
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4. Fashion Travelling Advertisment
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5. Louis vuitton series 3 Exhibition, London 2015
Mannequin Inspiration
nequins, is they way they are staged, gives the impression of white frozen bodies. The body doesn’t Punk’s helmets you immediately connect that we are talking about pop, rock and house-techno music. Also, you can immediately link the costume with the music without having the body present. When technical, the mannequin works as a clear Perspex capsule and the costumes sit inside them. This is be protected from the rain. The mannequins are designed as half bodies, on the one side you have enthe Fashion and Music, one cannot exist without the other, and together they create a whole formed in the design of this mannequin.
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Mannequins Mannequins + Visitors Circulation
Top view
Top view
Axonometric view male mannequin
Front view female mannequin
Front view male mannequin
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Conclusion/ The Experience The moment the visitor enters the exterior gate of Saint James she must walk directly inside of the ders. The suitcases also represent the journey to Dingle made by the traveler, the costumes and the mannequins. To make the trip the costumes were packed inside these suitcases and it appears as if the the idea that she is not the only traveller, that there are others taking the journey with her. The Church is a communal space of worship that brings the visitors, the costumes and the per-formers together on the same level. The single level erases the boundary between audience and per-former, which is visitors and costumes, it is the communal space and atmosphere that Saint James Church creates and end up. The moment the visitor enters the musical landscape and begins walking (proceeding on her journey), an instrumental version of a song begins to play within the “musical landscape.” A 30 second iconic costume. Once the visitor steps in front of a mannequin, the music STOPS and the COSTUME iconic costumes, hearing the “musical landscapes,” and listening to the var-ious melodies, I want her to sis, between silence and sound, between music and fashion.
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View: Music Landscape View: Visitor’s Experience
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