Ecosystem [512]: Acoustic Ecology Surveys as Music

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https://doi.org/10.33871/vortex.2024.12.9521

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Music Composition, Acoustic Ecology, Electro-acoustic, Bioacoustics, Field Recording

Abstract

Acoustic ecology is a rapidly expanding discipline which can reveal details about ecosystems that are not visually apparent, and field recording has been used in an increasing variety of ways in music compositions, opening the door to collaborative projects that walk the line between science and art. Ecosystem [512] is rooted in acoustic surveys that I carried out over nine months in Iceland’s National Parks. These surveys provided more than 10,000 hours of recordings that are processed, compressed, combined, and analyzed before being used as the fundamental material for a music composition for electronics and clarinet. The piece uses multiple strategies such as algorithmic composition to handle the transition from rough acoustic survey recordings to final music product. The process of composing this piece reveal insights about both acoustic ecology processes and music composition considerations.

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Author Biography

Garrison Gerard, University of North Carolina, Pembroke, USA

Garrison Gerard is a composer of electroacoustic and concert music. His work explores intersections between ecology and music. His music has been presented internationally with performances by groups such as [Mod]ular Ensemble, Fort Worth Symphony, and Nu Atmospheres Ensemble. An ardent collaborator, he has been commissioned by ensembles and soloists such as Andrew Cook, Spencer Byrd, the Avenue C Project, Atelier Piano Quartet, and Amorsima String Trio. In 2023 Gerard served as Fulbright Fellow at the University of Iceland. Gerard currently serves as Assistant Professor of Music at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke.

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2024-12-03

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Gerard, G. (2024). Ecosystem [512]: Acoustic Ecology Surveys as Music. Vortex Music Journal, 12, 1–27. https://doi.org/10.33871/vortex.2024.12.9521

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Vol. 12 (2024): Revista Vórtex

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Dossier “New Sound Ecologies”

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