I was most interested in in the idea of an instrument that you could influence but not control. One idea is for an instrument that requires a group of people to play. A jungle-gym like structure where individuals move through the spaces (each with different acoustics and opportunities for sound) creating sound through active use of the space. Mixing dance and music seems like a good fit. A building that is a musical instrument would be an extension… Hallways that echo and reverb and play back sounds from previous musicians. Different floor materials and room shapes, as well as ambient noises all add elements to the music. Unlike must musical instruments however, something this large would have to be tied to a specific location. The music created would either be participatory or highly performative, because the results are difficult to repeat and may be difficult to record. Also, there would be something lost in the recording process: the visual/situational elements are also very connected to this type of instrument. I imagine running through the halls making music, or a gym that plays back remixed versions of the sound its members are making while working out. Spatial and active interaction with the instrument alters the sound around you, essentially helping to build a real soundtrack to a person’s life.
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