Hello Pasir Ris
PODSCAPE – Sounds & Stories of The City returns for Season 2 in Pasir Ris!
The anticipated second season seeks to explore the neighbourhood’s identity as a sanctuary together with its residents and visitors. This season features a new collaboration with sound artist Nathaniel Mah to create soundscapes together with Pasir Ris residents, and with local mandopop duo 插班生 The Freshman, who will be hosting their very first ‘live’ talk show!
The PODSCAPE pop-up experience will be landing in Pasir Ris Park on 20th and 21st March 2021. It features an exciting mix of immersive story-telling soundscapes, collaborative foley creations, and visual love letters. All of which are alongside the POD that acts as a mobile recording booth for residents’ stories, foley recording and a talk show!
PODSCAPE is commissioned for the National Arts Council’s Arts in Your Neighbourhood March 2021.
The pop-up
Where
Pasir Ris Park Playground, Area in front of Pasir Ris Park Car Park E.
125 Elias Rd, Singapore 519926. Google MapsNearest MRT station: Pasir Ris MRT
20 & 21 March 2021
10am to 5pm
What
“Sounds of Pasir Ris” — 3 distinct sound art works that draws inspiration from the neighbourhood, created by Nathaniel Mah
“Love Letters to Pasir Ris” – An activity about hope, gratitude, and memories of the neighbourhood that will contribute to a communal story bank.
Soundscaping Workshops by Nathaniel Mah – A workshop where the community will explore different techniques of sound-making, and create a collective soundscape that reflect their memories of the Park. Sign up here!
“Call Me (Not Maybe)” by The Freshman - A ‘live’ talk show where Carrie and Diya share their original compositions and stories from residents!
THE POD - Podscape’s very own mobile recording booth!
Have a story to share?
We want to hear from you!
On 28th February 2021, we roamed around Pasir Ris to listen and record audio stories for the residents and visitors of the neighbourhood. Send us your story through the form and get a chance to be featured on the PODSCAPE Podcast, or drop us a direct message on our social media.
About NATHANIEL MAH
Compelled by the limitless possibilities of audio, Nathaniel's work spans various mediums, styles, and genres. Whether he is mixing a rap record, sound-designing for a film, or creating a sound-art installation, he is fascinated with the stories our ears can tell us.
About 插班生 THE FRESHMAN
Made up of Project Superstar 2 alumnae Carrie Yeo and Chen Diya, the Singapore pop-duo was formed in 2010 as a testament of their relentless pursuit of their musical dreams. Through their perfect harmonies, the youthful pair has been soaring to new heights and winning new fans with their original compositions.
