Exploring Interconnectedness: A multidisciplinary project composition of immersion, interaction and voice

Abstract

This written component accompanies my artistic project, Nexe, a composition that integrates vocal ensemble, live electronics, acousmatic music, motion sensors, generative systems, and dance. It serves as a comprehensive reflection on the creative process and the themes explored within the project. My initial artistic aim was to translate theoretical concepts about human nature into a live musical performance. These ideas revolved around the importance of human connection, interconnectivity, and the role of language. Utilizing case studies as foundational elements, I worked towards the piece, gaining valuable knowledge that influenced my decisions throughout the creative process. The thesis thoroughly delves into both the case studies and my creative processes, examining the journey from conceptualization to execution, including collaborative elements involving singers and choreographers. It articulates and justifies my artistic decisions, particularly concerning the integration of technology and voice, as well as compositional choices that extend beyond sonic considerations, exemplified by the use of generative and real-time interactive composition tools, including data-driven score generation for singers. Central to the elements of the piece and the thesis are themes of immersion and interaction, integral to human connection. While I didn’t initially focus on these themes and their connections, their significance gradually became evident during the writing of this thesis. This process also generated additional questions for future exploration.