From the 2004 International Computer Music Conference in Miami:The possibilities offered by electronic composition tools, while liberating, make difficult the dynamic use of organized rhythm in electroacoustic music.  This paper explores a model stemming from interactive electroacoustic work by the author that adopts aspects of the hocketed, disjunct rhythmic textures of funk styles for use as a developmental musical parameter.  These methods for generating rhythm that facilitate transformation in ways more naturally manipulated by computer-based tools are demonstrated in theory and in use by the author.

ICMC 2004 paper (PDF)

Morris, Jeffrey M. “A Dynamic Model of Metric Rhythm in Electroacoustic Music.” In Proceedings of the 2004 International Computer Music Conference. Miami, Florida: University of Miami, 2004.

November 4th, 2004

Quintet for Horn, Woodwinds, and Piano

In this quintet, three-voice groups argue out their differences in a rhythmic style inspired by funk. It lays down a unique 3/4 groove that you can pat your foot to, but keeps you guessing. Each instrument has a fun, interesting and challenging part, either working independently, or as a part of an intense rhythmic groove, or in unusual timbral groupings. The first movement (of three) will also be available alone, but works best when played with the others. The second movement interrupts the first with a free “Dream sequence,” and the finale picks up where the first movement left off to take it all home.

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