Music Man
Music Man/Thomas Chapin. A short documentary film directed by Terri Castillo-Chapin about Thomas Chapin’s relationship to sound and ordinary objects as “instruments.” A relaxed Thomas shows his process of utilizing sound in similar fashion that he created his visual collage art (also see collages at “Art Gallery”). A pre-Trio period when he was exploring Brazilian rhythms. Color, 12 mins., 1990.
Featured musicians include: Thad Wheeler, percussion; Arthur Kell, bass; Saul Rubin, guitar. All were part of Thomas’ Brazilian musical group, called “Spirits Rebellious” in the mid-late 80s.
