Composition Portfolio Commentary

Kenworthy, Jack Luke / JK (2021) Composition Portfolio Commentary. MRes thesis, University of Nottingham.

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Abstract

This portfolio of work aims to explore the physics of sound and psychoacoustics as a means for musical composition, utilising experimental music techniques and electronic music. These four binaural, acousmatic pieces take inspiration from spectral music, acoustic phenomena, minimalism, ambient music, beating tones, and space as a compositional parameter. The structure of this commentary will begin with a brief outline of my personal reasons for creating this music before examining some historical context and key terms surrounding the works. Finally, I will discuss my four compositions.

Item Type: Thesis (University of Nottingham only) (MRes)
Supervisors: MacLeod, Duncan
Keywords: instrumental music, electronic music, psychoacoustics, physics of sound
Subjects: M Music and Literature on music > M Music
M Music and Literature on music > ML Literature of music
Faculties/Schools: UK Campuses > Faculty of Arts > School of Humanities
Item ID: 65198
Depositing User: Kenworthy, Jack
Date Deposited: 18 Jan 2024 14:59
Last Modified: 18 Jan 2024 14:59
URI: https://eprints.nottingham.ac.uk/id/eprint/65198

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