Revolution! Real-time composing by the Blind Ear!

www.BlindEarMusic.com

How does it work?

The Group:
- any number of musicians and one real-time composer
- real-time composer operates the central computer
each musician has a laptop connected to the central computer via wi-fi

Basic flow:
- real-time composer (propagates) sends the music to different players during the performance
- musical notation is displayed in front of each musician on the laptop screen

Synchronization:
- there is no conductor
- players see visual cues showing them which notes they are supposed to play at any given moment.
- to further improve synchronization, each player has his own earphones with a click-track (short sounds clicking the beat)

Shaping the music:
- each performance is based on pre-composed loops (short fragments of music, usually few bar long). Having basic building blocks, composers can free their minds in to create spontaneous, unique compositions. This concept is a blend of composition and improvisation.
- instant feedback is a unique advantage in this kind of music creation. The composer can instantly hear the music, interpretation of players, acoustics of the venue, subtle atmosphere of the moment, and compose the music real time according to all these factors.
- real-time composer can write any message to any player during the performance describing desired dynamics, expression, technique, etc.
- since each click-track is independent, musicians can be purposely desynchronized in order to achieve interesting effects such as phasing, delays, controlled aleatorism, etc.
- in addition to acoustic music instruments, real-time composer also control electronic sounds played through loudspeakers.

Why do we make the music this way?

1. Because we can
2. Because its fun
3. Because it frees our minds
4. Because we want to base our artistic decision on real acoustic feedback and not only on theory.
5. Because it is scalable. We can make music with two players up to a full orchestra.
6. Because we can spatially arrange musicians in any way we want.
8. Because the rehearsal process is greatly simplified.
9. Because it is convenient and flexible. Whoever comes to the concert can play. Its like a classical jam session!

The real-time composition system is an extension of traditional ways of music performance and composition. In every era new technology has guided and shaped the direction of contemporary arts making it easier for artists to communicate their vision. This system gives composers the capability to communicate directly with musicians in real-time, and the flexibility to create a unique soundscape at the click of a mouse.

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[johndoex94]

Of course they are using macs

[Mugglephobia]

I know I shouldn't... but seriously... *drools at all the macs*

[ZachShannon1]

There's a video of a British improvisational drum and bass group The Bays doing exactly this, but with a larger ensemble and multiple composers, all being done in a live performance for well over an hour if I remember correctly.

[kingpolaris]

remarkable

[Composerland]

interesting & it must be a lot of fun to perform.

[CAXCALHO]

mac approve this adea

[cjamesackley]

this is... inspiring.

[xXNicholasSeanHCXx]

I love this Idea....very innovative....the product of brilliant minds combining ideas...the piece in the beginning is beautiful...does anyone know what elements are used in the piece?

[andhaiden]

Thanks, do you happen to know the name of the song?

[tw38763876]

RAY LUSTIG IS THE BEST!!! Seriously.

[TheXvc]

C, great job.

That's why you're not answering to emails... :P

Keep your mind busy, it's damn creative one.

[PAZPERDEE]

love this creative thinking, exciting new stuff, well done