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Solo
2023
Fixed Media Audio
Pitched Percussion
Unpitched Percussion
- Program Notes
- Percussion Solo for 200 Hands is an acousmatic work of contemporary percussion music that marries acoustic sounds with multichannel spatialization in a uniquely immersive experience. At its core, this piece is a study in texture and timbre. Cameron Church employs a wide variety of percussive instruments, ranging from the traditional drums and cymbals to more unconventional objects such as cigar boxes, chains, and steel pipes. The resulting soundscape is a rich tapestry of colors and shapes, inviting the listener to explore the ever-evolving musical landscape. By distributing various instruments throughout the multichannel sound field, Cameron aims to create an enthralling sound world that fully envelopes the listener. This approach allows for a heightened sense of immersion and intimacy with the performer, as well as an enhanced appreciation for the intricacies and great variety of percussion music. This piece is also a fantastic demonstration of Ben Giroux's talents as both the performer of the work and as the audio engineer who brought the piece to life in the 5.1 surround sound environment.
- Performer Credits
- Ben Giroux