The Journey of Sounds

The Journey of Sounds

Once upon a time in the small kitchen of the house, the Copper Pot, who is the hero of our story, sits alone. Tired of everyday work, the Pot thinks about its long-standing desire for freedom and liberation. It wants to share the voice of this desire with the world. One day, as the earth revolves around the sun and a new day dawns, a Fork accidentally falls into the Pot and creating a loud noise. When the Copper Pot hears its own voice, it is surprised by such a sound and greatly enjoys it. Its musical soul awakens.

The Symphony of Freedom, which narrates the story of the fight against oppression and tyranny, begins. At first, a cacophony of eerie, terrifying, stress-laden, and anxious sounds is heard. Voices accompanied by anger, which signify hardships, injustices, and challenges, are present. The metallic and mournful sound of the Pot, symbolizing oppression, tyranny, and discomfort, and representing pain and eagerness for reaching freedom, can be heard. The symphony progresses, the rhythms become lively and dynamic. The powerful sounds that are produced are indicative of the determination and hard work of those who strive for liberation and freedom. At the peak of composition, a symphony reaches its zenith. A pot, with the help of its friends - Fork, Wooden Spatula, Marbles, Hairbrush, Key, Screw, Hard Kitchen Scrubber, Disposal Bag, and Foam and also with the help of Both Hands, recognizes its own voice and abilities. It sings a powerful song against oppression and injustice. The journey has begun.

Performances & Release

This composition has been performed live at:

• "Journey of Sounds: Works for Home Furniture" – Neofonía: Festival de Música Ensenada, San Diego (September 27, 2023)Performed by David Aguila and Ilana Waniuk

• "Navay-e Khane (Sounds of Home)" – Conrad Prebys Music Center, Experimental Theater, University of California San Diego (October 6, 2023)Performed by David Aguila and Ilana Waniuk

A video recording of one of the performances is available on YouTube.

Additionally, The Journey of Sounds was released in 2023 as part of MOAASER: Series 1, an album featuring five compositions by different artists, published by Dchelix Records.

This piece includes detailed performance instructions, specifying playing techniques, articulation methods, and performer interactions. A set of images and an additional document provide a visual and textual guide, ensuring accurate execution.

For the first time, the graphic score is being published alongside the audio recording.