Eliot Britton

On May 08, 2012 at 8:00pm : Architek + (insert Title) Works for Percussion

Tue, 08 May 12 20:00:00 -0400

This is going to be a great show with tons of energy and a relaxed atmosphere.

PRISMA

Thu, 03 May 12 18:07:31 -0400

Codes D’accès’ PRISMA project was a success; thanks to the hard work the composers, performers and video artists. Usine C is a fantastic venue with professional and talented staff. That it was probably the best sounding and visually slick show I’ve ever done.
As usual Ben Duinker did a fantastic Job with the performance of Steampunk [Lite]. I premiered a new work commissioned by Codes D’accès. It was a for analog synth, video and electronic support. During the dress rehearsal the bass was so loud people got really uncomfortable and complained. After it was toned down a bit, those same people complained that it wasn’t loud enough during the concert. Next time I stick to my guns and trust the sound guys. They know how much energy a room can take.

ABD!

Fri, 23 Mar 12 11:02:41 -0400

My comprehensive exams are finished. Phew... Even though it was a very long and challenging process, I’m lucky to have had the opportunity to do it. I’m very thankful for all the people who helped me prepare, and lent me their support.

Now I can get back to filling out some of the back-events on the blog.

Steampunk [Lite]

Mon, 07 Nov 11 09:49:23 -0500

This is a video of the Steampunk Lite recording session. Thanks Ben Duinker for doing the editing (and performing of course). Those text transitions at the end are fun.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fw4nc7yLkwk&feature=colike

Check out Ben's youtube channel for videos of his other projects.

http://www.youtube.com/user/BenDuinker

Expanded Performance Trio in Belgium

Fri, 07 Oct 11 06:34:31 -0400

The Expanded Performance Trio is on the road again. This time, Ghent - Belgium. Our performances, presentations and talks have gone well. ORCiM has been great so far. It's amazing to participate, and learn about creative research projects from other countries and institutions.

Hugh Le Caine Award

Tue, 19 Jul 11 10:50:25 -0400

It was excited to find out I won the Hugh Le Caine SOCAN award. Canada is so lucky to have this. I have to go pick up my giant novelty cheque at the socan office in the next few days. It will be nice to meet some of the other winners.

Thank you Parker Bert for the commission, and Ben Duinker for taking the time to record Steampunk [lite].

I'll upload the studio version ASAP.

Performance at EMS

Fri, 17 Jun 11 10:49:45 -0400

The EP Trio is on the road again. I’m sitting in a conference room in NYU. We had a successful performance at EMS last night. Some of the pieces were fantastic. There were a few familiar faces from NIME, but generally, the differences between the conferences is quite large. EMS is far less concerned with technology, and more oriented towards composition and aesthetics. New York culture is quite different as well. It flows out of the concert spaces, and into the works.

I keep hearing the term “Second Generation” referring to young composers who are moving away from established models of EA and live electronic music. Interesting. I thought there were a few more generations than one, but we’ll see if this term catches on.

NIME 2011b

Tue, 07 Jun 11 10:23:44 -0400

The EPT is back from OSLO. Our project presentation and concert were well received. I met a lot of talented, creative people working on some amazing projects. Some of the concerts were inspiring, as there are so many different ways to perform music on new technology. I am very lucky to be studying in such an interesting field. Oslo is a beautiful city and the people there were very friendly. Next stop, EMS in NY.

NIME 2011

Wed, 01 Jun 11 12:41:58 -0400

In Oslo at NIME 2011. Things are going well with the Expanded Performance Trio. There is so much to learn from all the people here. Amazing experience so far. I will post pictures and more information when I get back to Canada.