This thesis supports and discusses a portfolio of original compositions. These works investigate compositional and aesthetic approaches that contribute to, and extend the understanding of, soundscape composition. The portfolio includes seven original compositions: En Route, Residual Sileiter, Coast, Balconry, Arcando, Cold Wood, and Amalgam_Mac. These works are presented in a variety of formats, including stereo and multi -channel fixed medium compositions, collaborative and interactive scenarios for instrument and live electronics, as well as laptop ensemble with network activity. The works of the portfolio are discussed in the context of theoretical issues that relate to soundscape composition. This thesis also highlights recording techniques and compositional approaches in individual pieces, as well as identifying common threads throughout the portfolio. Included are in depth discussions of each piece, as well as prominent issues that arose throughout the research, such as the use of the composer's presence as a musical and communicative device, as well as the extension of soundscape composition practice to incorporate instrumentation and other practices within collaborative contexts.
| Identifer | oai:union.ndltd.org:bl.uk/oai:ethos.bl.uk:676281 |
| Date | January 2014 |
| Creators | Deery, Aidan |
| Publisher | Queen's University Belfast |
| Source Sets | Ethos UK |
| Detected Language | English |
| Type | Electronic Thesis or Dissertation |
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