Primary Instrument: Band/ensemble/orchestra
Space Genetics was formed in 2008 by Eric Haltmeier and Paul Scea. The concept behind Space Genetics centers on creating original compositions and platforms for improvisation that can be developed independently of time and space via the use of digital technology. The music of Space Genetics is realized through the Internet- based sharing of musical fragments, loops, cells, and/or structural material. Recorded samples are shared online and are then complemented and/or manipulated via digital technology in order to create new musical structures. In the case of Space Genetics, both woodwind instruments, electronic instruments, sampled sounds, and controllers are used to create the “source” material. The concept behind Space Genetics can be transformed to live-performance contexts. Once the new compositional material has been realized, methods for performing the new works are initiated, allowing for performances that combine the manipulation of pre-recorded material with real-time improvisation. The first Space Genetics recording, “Volume 1” was released in December of 2009 and consists of eight original compositions and two live realizations. Space Genetics “Volume 2” was released in May of 2011 and consists of a “suite” of five improvisations. “Volume 3” was released in April of 2012 and featured a series of improvised pieces that merged sampling, synthesizers, and woodwind improvisations. “Volume 4”, released in April of 2013, consists of eight new compositions/improvisations for woodwinds, laptops, and synthesizers.
Volume 4
Self Produced
2013
Tracks: O.E.V.; El Gran Palenque; 8 Bones; Classic Journey; I.D.R.; Ciremil Tap; Shevoh Fumay; Jork
Personnel: Eric Haltmeier & Paul Scea: Laptops, Ableton Live, & Novation Launchpads
Volume 3
Self Produced
2012
Tracks: Top Of The Pingree; Gorg; Efra; X-Rated Plaza; Sound Mind; Salubrious Miasma; Old Crow With Strings; Survey With The Fringe On Top
Personnel: Eric Haltmeier & Paul Scea: Woodwinds & Laptops
Volume 2
Self Produced
2011
Tracks: Harbor Plate; Linoleum Palaver; Short Sale; Coprophagy; Interpolation Mechanics
Personnel: Eric Haltmeier & Paul Scea: Laptops, Ableton Live, & Novation Launchpads
Volume 1
Self Produced
2009
Tracks: Colobo; Blush of Rude; Behavioral Representation; Hello Flowers; Great Moments; NS#9; Free Swords and the Youth; Top of Your Head
Personnel: Eric Haltmeier: Woodwinds & Electronics; Paul Scea: Woodwinds & Electronics.
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