The Ever Changing Instrument

The project explores the artistic potential of unpredictability, specifically within the context of electronic music. By referring to an original instrument design—including programming a number of randomized systems—a series of compositions for keyboard instruments were developed. The central theme is the relationship between dialogue and loss of control during the creative process. This project was documented intermediately with new music, as well as technological and procedural reflections. keywords: electronic music, DX-7, Chance, aleatoric, prepared, max msp, Random, synthesizers, micro tonality, glissando, spectrality, computer music, RMC staff