The nature of this work is designed to allow an expressive interaction of live and acousmatic materials. The performers, who trigger the sound from a computer hard, disk control articulation points in the acousmatic part. The performers have a freedom similar to when playing in an instrumental ensemble, while still achieving accurate synchronisation as indicated in the score. With the help of live signal processing and careful diffusion, the listener should experience a fusion of elements where differences in sound production recede to a background level - allowing the listener to focus on the music.
Imago... what is image, what is reality and what is substance?
Performance requirements: Power Macintosh Computer with high quality analogue outputs, MAX software, MIDI pedal, microphones for instrument amplification, signal processing effects unit, (sound diffusion system preferable).
Recording performed by Ben Harlan: clarinets; Hanna Marshal: cello. Engineered by Natasha Barrett, City University recording studios, 1996.