Scratch Sound

Scratch Sound is an interactive performance utilizing custom-made scratch tickets that determine the mood of the improviser. Audience members are given scratch tickets with three circles and 10 possibilities including 8 basic emotions: (acceptance, anger, anticipation, disgust, joy, fear, sadness, surprise).  Not all cards are winners; some scratches will reveal that you must “Try Again.”  If “2X BONUS!” is exposed, the participant scratches another circle and receives double that emotion! 

The audience member then gives the ticket to the improviser of their choice, and then the improviser creates an improvisation based on their assigned emotion.

This work is recommended for three or more improvisers working together to create a collaborative piece while each performing their assigned emotion.  Each improvisation is meant to last at least 3 minutes and no longer than 6-8 minutes.

Free sets of ticket are available to educational institutions to encourage improvisation. This piece encourages improvisation in all disciplines in the arts including, music, theatre, and dance. If you would like to receive a free set, please contact me, and make your request.

Opening Reception
Wednesday, September 7, 5–8 pm

Performance of Scratch Sound
Paul Rucker
Friday, October 14, 7–8 pm

Featuring:
Jeff McGrath - Trumpet
Tom Varner - French Horn (Cornish Faculty)
Bill Horist - Guitar
Paul Rucker - Cello

Visual Art Show
September 8–October 19, 2011
Cornish Main Gallery, Floor 1
Main Campus Center
Gallery Hours: Monday–Friday, 12–5 pm

More information at the gallery website.