Oboe and Max/MSP

~24:00

2024

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This composition is inspired by Phill Niblock's life and musical legacy, spanning from his birth in 1933 to his passing in 2024. It blends sound and visual elements to create an immersive experience for the audience. The structure revolves around Phill’s 90 years, with each oboe note recorded and looped through Max/MSP, representing a year of his life. As the piece progresses, these notes accumulate into a wall of sound, aiming to reach 95dB or beyond, reflecting Phill’s pioneering approach to music.

 

Projected visuals and text will highlight key moments from Phill's life, offering a multi-sensory tribute that deepens understanding of his artistic journey, with material drawn from "Phill Niblock: Working Title" and "Phill Niblock: Nothing but Working." To ensure accuracy, I have collaborated closely with Phill's partner, Katherine Liberovskaya, and his biographer, Guy De Bièvre, who authored one of the books.

 

By integrating sound and visuals, this composition seeks to honor Phill Niblock's enduring influence on experimental music through an immersive tribute, acknowledging his brief but impactful role as a mentor to me.