Sediments

A formal experiment, subjectively utilizing extramusical material. Stemming from an interest in geology, I apply a geological cross-section of the London area as a formal outline for producing the piece and the score. Its layers serve as a basis for organizing events in time, and organizing material and ultimately, they give the piece its sonic shape.

Ecomusicology is ‘the study of music, culture and nature, it considers musical and sonic issues related to ecology and natural environment.’ This piece ponders on natural issues- the geological structures under London, which we as inhabitants of the city are mostly not concerned with as all we can see is the surface. It probes cultural associations- using the organ- the contrast of primitive medieval-sounding intervals and progressions, stretched pitches vs. live processing.

Performed by Ján Števuliak

Tape and Live Electronics by Ján Števuliak

Recorded in 2021