A Beginner’s Guide to Musical Sound Manipulation
by Iskandar Mohd Fawzi
24 October (Sat)
3pm - 5.30pm (inclusive of a 30min break)
The Substation Theatre
Suitable for age 12 and above
Limited to 12 pax
Note:
Participants are encouraged to bring their own guitar (not a must!) and note-taking materials.
Part 1: Introduction to Sound (24 Oct, 3-4pm)
Introduction to types of sounds
Components of a song
Introduction to call and response
Tension and release
Part 2: Musical Sound Manipulation (24 Oct, 4.30-5.30pm)
Introduction to phrasing
Song structure formation
Q&A, participation
This workshop is curated by Straits Records for “we are not going back, we are coming around”, The Substation’s programme for National Gallery Singapore and Singapore Art Museum’s Proposals for Novel Ways of Being.
About Iskandar Mohd Fawzi (Facilitator)
Highly adept at the electric guitar, Iskandar has attained titles to his name as well as the bands he has played in. These include winning the Juara Competition organised by Suria with Band: Diversity (2002), regional in Southeast Asia Yamaha AsianBeat Competition with Enigmatic (2003) and was awarded the Best Guitarist award (2004).
Iskandar performed widely with local ska aficionados, Cesspit, signed under Straits Records from 1995 to 2003. In the present day, he is actively performing with progressive band Hardihood and hardcore-screamo outfit, AFSA.
Iskandar is currently an active teacher and has taught in more than 60 schools islandwide. He has taught not only guitar but also percussion and electronic music. He offers private coaching where most of his students have gone on to receive their certifications.
About Straits Records
Straits Records is a legendary name in Singapore's music scene, championing regional and local music since it was established in 1995. After moving out of its brick and mortar store along Bali Lane, the indie record store has been operating out of owner Ridhwan Ghany's home. Visit the Straits Records’ pop-up at The Substation’s box office for some crate digging of vintage vinyl and iconic CDs while sipping on a cuppa to support your friendly local business and favourite music bands. The store also doubles up as a community space, hosting local artists who will be conducting diverse workshops.
About Proposals for Novel Ways of Being
The Substation is proud to be one of the 12 local art institutions, independent art spaces and collectives coming together for Proposals for Novel Ways of Being. Led by National Gallery Singapore and Singapore Art Museum, Proposals for Novel Ways of Being is an unprecedented collective response by the visual arts community to present a series of exhibitions and programmes, both physical and online. Its title references an earlier name of the virus, i.e. '2019 Novel Coronavirus', which serves as a reminder that we need new ways of being as we grapple with a new reality brought about by this pandemic.
More details of The Substation's programme for Proposals for Novel Ways of Being to be revealed soon.