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Do

Objective

Allow participants to become members of an at-hoc electroacoustic orchestra. Create a unique arrangement incorporating each element of sound theory.

Motivation

Simplify the instrument learning process while keeping in mind each of the 9 parameters required to produce interesting sound.

Know

Solution

A Max patch is programmed to generate audio according to the participants behaviour. Each button affect the sound's quality as well as the effect of the other players' button.

Result

Sounds melt through the piece's layers, changing infinitely. Participants experiment with a new music genre without requiring extensive musical expertise.

Feel

Experience

In an enjoyable atmosphere, audience becomes performer in an ensemble anyone can join.

Tools

• MAX MSP
• Arduino Open Hardware Platform
• Spectrum Amplitude Frequency Space Rhythm Layering Gesture Structure and Concept