An Unlimited Instrument: Teaching Live Electronics and Creativity

Mämmi, Josu (2023)
 
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Mämmi, Josu
2023
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This thesis explores the intricacies of teaching live electronics and the inherent creativity involved in this field. Live electronics involves the use of technology to create music in real-time performances, encompassing electronic and electroacoustic music. The study aims to enhance knowledge and understanding of live electronics within educational contexts. Despite its popularity in popular and contemporary music, the inclusion of live electronics in formal education lags behind. This thesis first examines the definition of live electronics and its historical background. It then delves into the current technological possibilities and provides real-world examples. Lastly, it investigates the current state of live electronics education through semi-structured interviews with teachers from five western countries, focusing on teachers' backgrounds, challenges faced in teaching, and approaches to nurturing creativity. The findings suggest that the possibilities of live electronics as an instrument are limited only by one’s resources and imagination. They also highlight the importance of creativity in both musical and technological aspects for mastering live electronics. The diverse teaching approaches arise from the fact that many teachers are self- taught in the field. Time and resource limitations pose challenges for both teachers and students, as live electronics requires dedicated learning. Teachers employ limitations and experimentation to navigate the vast array of opportunities available to electronics performers. Live electronics presents a unique platform for artistic expression across cultures, offering the potential to reshape our understanding of music and the creative process. The originality of this thesis has been checked using Turnitin OriginalityCheck service.
 
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