© Jonathan Rose
I am a 2nd gen. metal worker and life-long musician creating melodic steel tongue drums from old propane tanks. They are transformed into sound sculptures by cutting and welding the ends into a saucer-like disk. Tongues are hand cut to precise sizes to make notes of scales. Finishes range from preserving the rustic and weathered patina to polished iridescent heat treatments. Many pieces highlight the beauty of imperfection with encouraging messages on dents. Easily played interactive sculpture.