A film installation and performance telling the story of ‘The Docklands Bell’; commissioned for The Floating Cinema 2011 in the heart of Canary Wharf.
A Smaller Sound, A Bigger Crowd is a film in 3 parts which tells the story of Ian Giles' creation 'The Docklands Bell' - the largest bell ever made. The story was told in the style of radio drama with the three films tracking the life of the Bell across the centuries. Footage was also shot at Whitechapel Bell Foundry, and on site at Canary Wharf. Along the barge route, four hand bell ringers played on bridges and paths, bringing both the story and surroundings to life. Ian worked with award-winning folk singer, Sam Lee, to write 'The Ballad of the Docklands Bell' which he performed live during the performances accompanied by Robin Grey. This day of specially-commissioned performances by artist Ian Giles was commissioned by UP Projects with support from Canary Wharf Group and produced in collaboration with the Live Art Development Agency.
The Floating Cinema 2011 was commissioned by The Olympic Delivery Authority, funded by Arts Council England and part of CREATE11.
