Scale Lane Sound and Light

Playing the Bridge is an inventive collaboration which transforms Hull’s Scale Lane Bridge into an interactive musical instrument as part of Hull 2017 City of Culture. It’s the idea of bridge architect Jonathan McDowell who recognised that like the Gamelan, the bridge can be played by striking the metal work to make tuned sounds. The culmination … Continue reading Scale Lane Sound and Light →

Playing the Bridge Concert

How lucky we were to have such a fantastic sunny day - and a great crowd - for the ‘Playing the Bridge’ concert yesterday. Playing the Bridge is a cool collaboration which transforms Hull's Scale Lane Bridge into an interactive musical instrument as part of Hull 2017 City of Culture. It's the idea of bridge architect Jonathan McDowell … Continue reading Playing the Bridge Concert →

Spiders from Mars night on BBC Introducing

What a brilliant vibe in the BBC Introducing studio in Hull this week, for a very special show celebrating all things Ziggy Stardust. The show was a superb radio show tribute to David Bowie's band, Mick Ronson, Trevor Bolder and Woody Woodmansey in their home town. A host of fantastic musicians from round here - Chambers, … Continue reading Spiders from Mars night on BBC Introducing →