METRONOME CANADA PROJECT (in progress)
By becoming a
member of the Metronome Canada Creative Team in 2003, a new chapter
has opened in Istvan Fujkin’s career. He contributed with his
artistic talent to the designs of the future Metronome Canada, a
one-of-a-kind “music city” featuring a National Music Education
Centre and Museum, a cultural benchmark for Canadian music and an
international attraction representing Canada and its contributions
to the world of music.
As a Metronome Canada Creative Team member, Istvan Fujkin took
charge of various designs for the Metronome Canada project. These
include the inception and design of a Serendipity Music Sculpture
Garden with a Musicland Playground. Music-themed sculpture entitled
“Argus” is considered to be one of Metronome Canada’s symbols, and
it will be placed at the front entrance of the main building. The
sculpture is designed to be 2.5 m/ 8.5 ft. in height from base to
top with a white marble lower part and bronze music armour. Music
Totem Pole and the interior design of the “Rhapsody” Rooftop
Restaurant and Bar.
“Mr. Fujkin has brought to life many unique design concepts and
themes of a project dedicated to celebrating Canada and its
contributions to the world of music. He is a profound visionary
whose creations will evoke awe and wonder from all who visit
METRONOME.”
John Harris
President of Metronome Canada
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"Argus"
and the Serendipity Sculpture Garden
Argus is part of the sculpture park, and it is situated at the entrance
of the museum as its guardian. The creations of the sculpture park and
the surroundings together form a unitary ‘musical’ composition. Within
this composition, some of the sculptures have practical functions as
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"Rhapsody" Rooftop Restaurant and Bar
The uniqueness of the restaurant and bar is embedded in the design and
placement of every single interior component which reflects the
metamorphic reality of musical instruments. Every object, like in the
case of the sculpture park, is part of a single composition.. |
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Music totem Pole
The “Music Totem Pole” will stand at the very centre of the Metronome
Canada Music Museum. The symbols of the three-storey high traditional
totem pole (10.5 m/35 ft.) combine past, present and future through the
use of three distinctive materials, rock, wood, and chrome steel.
Various music bird creations hanging down from the upper floors will
watch over the totem pole. |
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Description of Music totem Pole
Eagles
The hanging sculptures of the two eagles ‘flying’ high above the
totem pole are closely associated with the composition and thus,
complement it. The lightweight metallic character of the eagles
and their grid-like structure reminiscent of a printed circuit
board symbolically project the eternal, limitless and free rise
of music.
1. The Owl
The owl is the telepathic communicator linking the sounds of the
past, present and future. It is made of chrome steel with a
printed circuit board pattern that symbolizes a turn towards the
music of the future.
2. Thunderbird
The thunderbird is the omnipotent master of both physical and
spiritual lives. It is the only being capable of holding these
two worlds together and linking the music of the humans with
those of the spheres. Its structure is based on deeply
resonating mystical sounds. The organ, cello, and base guitar
are predominant here. They symbolize the musical sound that
fills and moves body and soul, the sound that evokes mystical
experiences that can only be awaken by truly inspiring music.
3. Raven
The raven is the possessor of wisdom and might. It is the
eternal judge of the adherence to the rules of the notes and of
the place and time where concessions can be made. The raven as
an entity is constructed entirely of the most basic acoustic
instruments.
4. Killer Whale
The killer whale is the bearer of abundance and of the rhythm of
the powers rumbling in the depths. Consequently, its form is
based on the pulsating energetic electrical base sounds. |
5. Beaver
The beaver possesses the knowledge of the art of building anywhere
and under any circumstances. It is the ultimate master of binding
different sounds together. This symbol is strengthened through its
body which is built of various quality materials and different
sounding instruments.
6. Wolf
The wolf is the possessor of rhythm and courage. Being a night
dancer, it is constantly connected to the sounds of the night and
day as well, and it is capable of keeping within boundaries the
swirling wild rhythms. It pacifies and holds together the elements
of the ancient and modern music. Its entity is proportionately
divided between the ancient cult-like and the electric instruments.
7. Bear
The bear is the possessor of power, security and stability, and is
aware of secret dreams. It creates a bridge between the sounds of
different ages. It combines the spirituality of ancient rhythms and
the contemporary wild swirling world of melodies with great
attention and expertise. Its entity is based on the ancient shaman
drum, and the simple electric guitar represents the transition to
the modern instruments.
8. Turtle
The turtle is the carrier of Mother Nature, the safe and unwavering
guardian of traditions. The stone shell is made of a ceremonial
drum. According to ancient traditional spirituality it has four
components. The metallic body of the turtle symbolizes its open
nature ready to accept renewed sounds.
Logo Design
For
The "Dream Cather" Permanent Exhibition |
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